Question

qs - accelerated mathematics gr 8 | quiz 1

1. what is the constant term in the polynomial $x^3 - 5x^2 + 4x + 12$

a. $-5x^2$
b. $x^3$
c. 12
d. $4x$

Explanation:

Step1: Define constant term

A constant term is a term in a polynomial that has no variable (no $x$ component).

Step2: Identify term without $x$

In the polynomial $x^3 - 5x^2 + 4x + 12$, scan each term:

• $x^3$ has variable $x$
• $-5x^2$ has variable $x$
• $4x$ has variable $x$
• $12$ has no variable

Answer:

c. 12