Understanding the Language of Polynomials

1. Polynomial Function

1.1. A polynomial function is a function of more than two algebraic terms, especially the sum of several terms that contain different powers of the same variable.

1.2. Example: 2x^3 + 4x^2 - 6x + 8

2. Binomial

2.1. A binomial is a polynomial with only two terms.

2.2. Example:  x^2 - 9