Determine if the given function is a polynomial

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2022-02-03

Determine if the given function is a polynomial function or not? if it is a function, then state the degree. if it is not a function, then tell why not. Write this polynomial in standard form. Then identify the leading term and the constant term. h(x) = 3 - 1/2x

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nick1337

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Expert2022-03-09Added 777 answers

Step-1

The expression can be written as 3x2

polynomial is a combination of terms separated using + or − signs. Polynomials cannot contain any of the following:

i) Variables raised to a negative or fractional exponent.

i) Variables in the denominator.

iii) Variables under a radical.

iv) Special features. (trig functions, absolute values, logarithms, … ).

3x2 is a polynomial.

Step-2

degree (3x2)=1

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