IrvineOCW
Could someone help here with polynomials?
Explain whether the polynomials below are written in standard form. If not, explain how to write the polynomial in standard form. Thanks!

3a^3b – 4ab^2 + a^2

–8x^2y^2 + 10xy^4 – 6x^2y

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IrvineOCW
Could someone help here with polynomials?
Explain whether the polynomials below are written in standard form.  If not, explain how to write the polynomial in standard form.  Thanks!

3a^3b – 4ab^2 + a^2

–8x^2y^2 + 10xy^4 – 6x^2y

directrix · Answer

Here is a visual to show you what standard form looks like for a polynomial.

directrix · Answer

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directrix · Answer

Look at the second chart that gives examples of what is and is not a polynomial.