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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?

$x^3 + 2xyz^2 - yz + 1$ (B) Signup and view all the answers

Where are polynomials used in mathematics and science?

In forming polynomial equations, defining polynomial functions, and in calculus and numerical analysis (D) Signup and view all the answers

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

Angle (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the magnitude of an angle called?

Angular measure (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does the word 'angle' come from?

Latin word angulus (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does Euclid define a plane angle as?

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 (C) Signup and view all the answers