Question

find the number of terms and the degree of this polynomial. -10p - 2p² number of terms: degree:

Explanation:

Step1: Identify individual terms

The polynomial is split by $+$/$-$: $-10p$ and $-2p^2$. Count these: $2$ terms.

Step2: Find highest exponent

For $-10p$, exponent is $1$; for $-2p^2$, exponent is $2$. The highest is $2$.

Answer:

Number of terms: $2$
Degree: $2$