Polynomials are algebraic expressions with
one or more terms.

In this lesson you will learn to identify various polynomials.

Monomial - One term

-7x

Binomial - Two terms

9ab - 2y

Trinomial - Three terms

-x² + 3a - 2

As we solve various algebraic problems, we reach solutions that are monomials, binomials or trinomials.

For review on solving algebraic expressions, click here.

Let's practice identifying algebraic terms.

 

 
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