Classifying Polynomials Worksheet

Classifying Polynomials

Read each question carefully and follow the instructions to classify the polynomials.

1. A polynomial with only one term is called a  .

2. A polynomial with two terms is called a  .

3. A polynomial with three terms is called a  .

4. The highest exponent of the variable in a polynomial is called its  .

5. Which of the following is a binomial?

6. What is the degree of the polynomial $7x^3 - 2x^2 + x - 5$?

For each polynomial, state its degree and classify it by the number of terms (monomial, binomial, trinomial, or polynomial).

7. $9x^2$

Degree:  

Classification:  

8. $4y^3 + 2y - 1$

Degree:  

Classification:  

9. $12ab^2 + 5a^2b^3$

Degree:  

Classification:  

10. The polynomial $6x^4$ is a monomial.

11. The polynomial $x^2 + 3x - 10$ has a degree of 1.