Polynomial Proficiency Quiz
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What is a polynomial?

  • An expression involving only addition, subtraction, multiplication, and positive-integer powers of variables (correct)
  • An expression involving variables and coefficients, but not limited to specific operations
  • An expression involving any mathematical operations with variables and coefficients
  • An expression involving only addition, subtraction, and division

    • What is the etymology of the word 'polynomial'?

  • It is derived from the term 'binomial' by replacing the Latin root bi- with the Greek poly-
  • It means a sum of many terms (many monomials)
  • It combines the Greek 'poly' meaning 'many' and the Latin 'nomen' meaning 'name' (correct)
  • It is a combination of the words 'poly' and 'nomial' without specific roots

    • What is the meaning of the variable 'x' in a polynomial?

  • It is always equal to 1 in a polynomial
  • It is a placeholder for any real number
  • It is commonly called a variable or an indeterminate (correct)
  • It represents a constant value in the polynomial

    • What is an example of a polynomial with three indeterminates?

    <p>$x^3 + 2xyz^2 - yz + 1$</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where are polynomials used in mathematics and science?

    <p>In forming polynomial equations, defining polynomial functions, and in calculus and numerical analysis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the figure formed by two rays sharing a common endpoint called?

    <p>Angle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the magnitude of an angle called?

    <p>Angular measure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the word 'angle' come from?

    <p>Latin word angulus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Euclid define a plane angle as?

    <p>The inclination to each other, in a plane, of two lines that meet each other and do not lie straight with respect to each other</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are angles formed by the intersection of two planes called?

    <p>Dihedral angles</p> Signup and view all the answers

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