Question

What are the leading coefficient and degree of the polynomial?

18 + 9w^2 - w^3 - w

Answer 1

The leading coefficient is -1. The degree of the polynomial is cubic.

Explanation:

The leading coefficient is the number in front of the variable showcasing the biggest exponent. The degree of the polynomial is considered by looking at the biggest exponent, and identifying which one it is. In this case, it's a cubic polynomial.