Question

simplify and give the degree of the polynomial. also classify it.
\frac{1}{8}x^5 + \frac{1}{2}x^5 - 6x - 19
(simplify your answer.)
\frac{5}{8}x^5 - 6x - 19
what is the degree of the polynomial?
5
what type of polynomial is \frac{5}{8}x^5 - 6x - 19?
oa. a binomial
ob. a monomial
oc. a trinomial

Explanation:

Step1: Identify polynomial terms

The polynomial is $\frac{5}{8}x^5 - 6x - 19$. Count the terms: $\frac{5}{8}x^5$, $-6x$, $-19$ → 3 terms.

Step2: Classify by term count

• Monomial: 1 term, Binomial: 2 terms, Trinomial: 3 terms. So it's a trinomial.

Answer:

C. A trinomial (assuming option C is "A trinomial" as per typical options; if original options have C labeled as trinomial, else adjust to match, but based on term count, it's a trinomial.)