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Set 1: Polynomial Functions (Beginner)

Explanation

Answer: C

PROBLEM

What is the degree of the polynomial: 5x to the power of 5 + 2x to the power of 4 + 4x to the power of 3 + 3x to the power of 2?

What is the degree of the polynomial: 5x to the power of 5 + 2x to the power of 4 + 4x to the power of 3 + 3x to the power of 2?

A.

10

B.

6

C.

5

✓ Correct
D.

7

Detailed Explanation

Choice C is the best answer. The highest power of x is 5, so the degree is 5.

Why others are wrong:
A: 10 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
B: 6 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: 7 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.

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