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Polynomial A function that is a sum of power functions, with positive integer exponents, multiplied by constants.
- e.g.
 - Biquadratic Equation
- A polynomial equation of the 4th degree.
- Cubic Equation
- A polynomial equation of degree 3.
- Monic Polynomial
- A polynomial in which the coefficient of the term of highest degree is 1.
- Quadratic Equation
- An equation of the form f(x)=0 where f(x) is a second degree polynomial. That is, ax2+bx+c=0.
- Quartic Polynomial
- A polynomial of degree 4.
- Quintic Polynomial
- A polynomial of degree 5.
See also: Algebraic Equation, Cubic Equation, Curve Sketching, Quadratic Equation, Root.
  
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