Polynomial in one variable:

Leading Coefficient:

Degrees & Leading Coefficients

State the degree and the leading coefficient of each polynomial in one variable. If it is not a polynomial in one variable explain why. 1.) 8x5 - 4x3 + 2x2 - x - 3

2.)

12x2 - 3xy + 8x

3.)

3x4 + 6x3 - 4x8 + 2x

Evaluate Polynomial Functions

1.) Find f(-2), when f(x) = -2x3 + 3x - 12

2.)

Find f(5), when f(x) = 3x4 - 9x3 + 6x - 10

Function Values of Variables

f(x) = x2 + 2x - 3 1.) Find f(5a).

2.)

Find f(x - 1).

3.)

Find 4f(2a2).

4.)

Find f(3c - 4) - 5f(c).