Which best describes a polynomial?
A) a decimal that is non-terminating or non-repeating
B) a close-planed figure formed by three or more line segments
C)a number greater than one that has exactly two different factors
D) an algebraic expression containing one or more terms
I believe the correct answer is D.
Am I correct?
D yup xD
Which best describes an irrational number?
Any number that can be expressed as a fraction
Any number that can be expressed as a fraction,
A positive or negative whole number.
A positive or negative whole number.,
A perfect square.
A perfect square.,
A number that is a non-terminating, non-repeating decimal.
A number that is a non-terminating, non-repeating decimal.,
Yes, you are correct. The correct answer is D) an algebraic expression containing one or more terms.
To arrive at this answer, let's break down the other options and explain why they are incorrect:
A) a decimal that is non-terminating or non-repeating: This option refers to an irrational number, such as √2 or π. These numbers cannot be expressed as fractions and do not relate directly to polynomials, which are algebraic expressions consisting of variables, coefficients, and exponents.
B) a close-planed figure formed by three or more line segments: This option describes a polygon, not a polynomial. A polygon is a two-dimensional shape consisting of straight line segments connected to form a closed figure.
C) a number greater than one that has exactly two different factors: This definition refers to a prime number. A prime number is a number greater than one that has exactly two factors, which are 1 and itself. However, a polynomial is a mathematical expression and not directly related to prime numbers.
Therefore, the best option that describes a polynomial is D) an algebraic expression containing one or more terms. Polynomials consist of variables raised to non-negative whole number exponents, combined using addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.