Abstract Algebra Terms

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noun a type of polynomial where the leading coefficient is equal to 1

adjective describing the type of polynomial with a leading coefficient of 1

  • The monic polynomial of degree n is a polynomial with leading coefficient 1.
  • A monic polynomial is just a polynomial where the first term is 1.
  • Dude, monic polynomials are like the cool kids of the polynomial world.
  • Think of a monic polynomial as the captain of the polynomial team, leading the way with a coefficient of 1.