Polynomial Classification

10th GradeMath60 min

Learning Objective

I can classify polynomials by degree and number of terms.

Lesson Flow

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5 min

Degree, Leading Term, and Leading Coefficient of a Polynomial Function

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Guided Notes

12 min

Key concepts students will learn:

  • The degree of a polynomial function is determined by the highest power of the variable in the function.

  • The leading term is the term that contains the highest power of the variable, and the leading coefficient is the coefficient of the leading term.

  • Polynomial functions are often written in descending order, where terms are arranged from the highest degree to the lowest degree.

Practice

18 min

12 questions • Multiple choice & Short answer

Exit Ticket

5 min

Identify the degree, leading term, and leading coefficient of the polynomial function: g(x) = 7x - 2x⁴ + 9

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