Third-order

Definition

When we say "third-order," we mean that the polynomial has a degree of 3. The order of a polynomial is determined by the highest power of the variable in the polynomial.

Related terms

Degree:

The degree of a polynomial is determined by the highest power of its variable. It tells us how many terms are needed to fully describe the shape and behavior of the polynomial.

Coefficient:

The coefficient is the numerical factor multiplied by each term in a polynomial. It affects both its amplitude and direction.

Term: In mathematics, a term refers to either an individual number or variable, or it can be a combination of numbers and variables multiplied together in an expression.