Math Problem Statement

Classify the following polynomials as monomial, binomial, trinomial, or multinomial. Write your answers on a separate sheet of paper.

  1. 5x2
  2. 10
  3. y − 1
  4. 2x2 − x + 3
  5. 13z + 10
  6. x3 + x2 − x + 1
  7. y2
  8. − 4
  9. 2y2 − 3y + 5
  10. 3y3 + y2

Solution

Here’s how you can classify the given polynomials:

  1. 5x²

    • Classification: Monomial
    • Reason: It has only one term.
  2. 10

    • Classification: Monomial
    • Reason: It has only one term.
  3. y − 1

    • Classification: Binomial
    • Reason: It has two terms.
  4. 2x² − x + 3

    • Classification: Trinomial
    • Reason: It has three terms.
  5. 13z + 10

    • Classification: Binomial
    • Reason: It has two terms.
  6. x³ + x² − x + 1

    • Classification: Multinomial (also called Polynomial)
    • Reason: It has four terms.
    • Classification: Monomial
    • Reason: It has only one term.
  7. −4

    • Classification: Monomial
    • Reason: It has only one term.
  8. 2y² − 3y + 5

    • Classification: Trinomial
    • Reason: It has three terms.
  9. 3y³ + y²

  • Classification: Binomial
  • Reason: It has two terms.

Would you like more details or have any questions about these classifications?


Here are 5 related questions to expand your understanding:

  1. What are the key differences between monomials, binomials, and trinomials?
  2. How can you determine the degree of a polynomial?
  3. Why is a polynomial with more than three terms called a multinomial?
  4. Can a constant term be considered a monomial? Why or why not?
  5. How would you classify the polynomial 3x2y+4xy73x^2y + 4xy - 7?

Tip: Always count the number of terms in a polynomial to classify it correctly. Terms are separated by addition (+) or subtraction (-) signs.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Polynomials
Algebra

Formulas

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Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8