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Polynomials

CBSE · Class 10 · Mathematics

Complete topic list for Polynomials in CBSE Class 10 Mathematics. Key concepts, sub-topics, and what to focus on for board exams.

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4 Topics · CBSE Class 10 Mathematics

Topics in Polynomials

1

Types of Polynomials Based on Degree

  • Degree of a polynomial is the highest power of the variable in the polynomial
  • Linear polynomial: Degree 1 (Example: 2x - 3, √3x + 5)
  • Quadratic polynomial: Degree 2 (Example: 2x² - 3x + 5, y² - 2)
2

Value of a Polynomial and Zeros

  • Value of polynomial p(x) at x = k is denoted as p(k)
  • To find p(k), substitute x = k in the polynomial expression
  • A real number k is called a zero of polynomial p(x) if p(k) = 0
3

Geometric Representation and Graphs

  • Graph of linear polynomial y = ax + b is a straight line
  • Linear polynomial has exactly one zero (x-intercept)
  • Graph of quadratic polynomial y = ax² + bx + c is a parabola
4

Relationship Between Zeros and Coefficients

  • For quadratic polynomial ax² + bx + c with zeros α and β:
  • Sum of zeros: α + β = -b/a
  • Product of zeros: αβ = c/a

Key Concepts

Polynomials are classified by degreeA zero of polynomial p(x)Zeros are xFor quadratic ax² + bx +A polynomial of degree n can

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