Table of contents
- 0. Review of Algebra4h 16m
- 1. Equations & Inequalities3h 18m
- 2. Graphs of Equations43m
- 3. Functions2h 17m
- 4. Polynomial Functions1h 44m
- 5. Rational Functions1h 23m
- 6. Exponential & Logarithmic Functions2h 28m
- 7. Systems of Equations & Matrices4h 6m
- 8. Conic Sections2h 23m
- 9. Sequences, Series, & Induction1h 19m
- 10. Combinatorics & Probability1h 45m
0. Review of Algebra
Polynomials Intro
2:34 minutes
Problem 15
Textbook Question
Textbook QuestionIn Exercises 9–22, multiply the monomial and the polynomial. 4xy(7x+3y)
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Key Concepts
Here are the essential concepts you must grasp in order to answer the question correctly.
Monomials
A monomial is a single term algebraic expression that consists of a coefficient and one or more variables raised to non-negative integer powers. For example, in the expression 4xy, 4 is the coefficient, and x and y are the variables. Understanding monomials is essential for performing operations like multiplication with polynomials.
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Polynomials
A polynomial is an algebraic expression that consists of multiple terms, which can include constants, variables, and non-negative integer exponents. The expression (7x + 3y) is a polynomial with two terms. Recognizing the structure of polynomials is crucial for applying algebraic operations such as distribution when multiplying with monomials.
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Distribution
Distribution is a fundamental algebraic property that involves multiplying a single term by each term within a polynomial. This process is often referred to as the distributive property, expressed mathematically as a(b + c) = ab + ac. In the given problem, applying distribution allows us to multiply the monomial 4xy by each term in the polynomial (7x + 3y) to find the resulting expression.
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