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Set 5: Polynomial Functions (Beginner)

Explanation

Answer: C

PROBLEM

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

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

A.

1

B.

4

C.

2

✓ Correct
D.

3

Detailed Explanation

Choice C is the best answer. The highest power of x is 2, so the degree is 2.

Why others are wrong:
A: 1 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
B: 4 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: 3 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.

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