Question

1. $p^3 + p^2q^3 + 1$ (highest degree)

Explanation:

Step1: Identify term degrees

For $p^3$: degree = 3
For $p^2q^3$: degree = $2+3=5$
For $1$ (constant term): degree = 0

Step2: Select highest degree

Compare 3, 5, 0; highest is 5.

Answer:

5