Question

classify this polynomial.
-8s³
options: quadratic, cubic, linear, none of these

Explanation:

Step1: Recall polynomial degree rules

A polynomial's degree is the highest power of the variable. For \( -8s^3 \), the variable \( s \) has an exponent of 3.

Step2: Match degree to classification

• Linear: degree 1 (e.g., \( ax + b \))
• Quadratic: degree 2 (e.g., \( ax^2 + bx + c \))
• Cubic: degree 3 (e.g., \( ax^3 + bx^2 + cx + d \))

Since \( -8s^3 \) has degree 3, it's cubic.

Answer:

cubic