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OpenStudy (danmac0710):

In polynomial division, why is the degree of the remainder always one less than the degree of the divisor function?

OpenStudy (amistre64):

its not ...

OpenStudy (amistre64):

the remainder is "at least" one degree less. It is not "always" one degree less

OpenStudy (amistre64):

consider the setup of division like an improper fraction; you divide it out until you get to a remainder that is less than the number you are dividing by ...

OpenStudy (danmac0710):

Ah yes, thanks. Of course!

OpenStudy (danmac0710):

You explain things very nicely amistre64. And you always are very generous with your help. Thanks again.

OpenStudy (amistre64):

youre welcome ;)

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