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Answer: BSet 1: Polynomial Functions (Beginner)
Explanation
PROBLEM
How many terms are in the polynomial: 3x to the power of 4 + 3x to the power of 3 + 4x to the power of 2 + 2x to the power of 1 + 2?
How many terms are in the polynomial: 3x to the power of 4 + 3x to the power of 3 + 4x to the power of 2 + 2x to the power of 1 + 2?
A.
3
B.✓ Correct
5
C.
6
D.
4
Detailed Explanation
Choice B is the best answer. Count the terms separated by + or -: 5 terms.
Why others are wrong:
A: 3 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
C: 6 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: 4 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.