Q4. - Algebra 2

Question

Determine whether the expression $2a+5b$  is a polynomial. If it is a polynomial state the degree of the polynomial.

Step-by-Step Solution

Answer

The expression  $2a+5b$ is a polynomial of degree 1 .

Step 1. Write down the given information.

The given expression is $2a+5b$ .

Step 2. Calculation.

The given expression $2a+5b$  is a polynomial in two variables  $a\text{ and }b$ and it has two unlike terms. It is also called binomial because of two variables. Therefore, by concept of polynomial, the given expression is a polynomial and it has degree 1 .

Step 3. Conclusion.

The expression  $2a+5b$ is a polynomial of degree 1 .