Polynomial

A polynomial is a mathematical expression involving a sum of powers in one or more variables multiplied by coefficients.

Polynomial is a middle school-level concept. It is listed in the California State Standards for Algebra I.

Examples

Quadratic Equation:

A quadratic equation is a polynomial equation in a single variable containing the square of the variable, but no higher powers.

Prerequisites

In arithmetic, a power is an exponent to which a given quantity is raised.

Classroom Articles on Pre-Algebra (Up to Middle School Level)

	Absolute Value	Irrational Number
	Arithmetic	Least Common Multiple
	Arithmetic Series	Line
	Associative	Origin
	Base	Prime Factor
	Cartesian Coordinates	Prime Factorization
	Commutative	Prime Number
	Decimal Expansion	Pythagorean Theorem
	Distributive	Quotient
	Divisor	Real Line
	Equal	Real Number
	Factorial	Relatively Prime
	Fraction	Right Angle
	Function Graph	Rounding
	Geometric Series	Sequence
	Greatest Common Divisor	Series
	Integer	Set
	Intersection	Square Number
	Interval	Square Root