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Which polynomial has the highest degree?

A 3x^12 - 2x^8 + x^5
B 8x - 200
C 15x^3 + 3x^2 - 10
D 150x^3

User Alves RC
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Answer:

A 3x^12 - 2x^8 + x^5

Explanation:

Degree of a polynomial:

The degree of a polynomial is given by the highest exponent of x.

In this question:

Option A: 12th degree

Option B: 1st degree

Option C: 3rd degree

Option D: 3rd degree

So the answer is given by option A.

User Yashar Habibi
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