Polynomial functionsUnit 1

Leading coefficient of a factored polynomial

Multiply the leading coefficients of all factors, including repetitions.

  • Take the leading term of each factor.
  • Multiply their coefficients and include any outside constant.
  • A repeated factor repeats its leading coefficient too.

Example 1

Multiply just the leading terms

State the leading coefficient.

Example 2

Find the coefficient of the leading term.

Your turn

5 practice questions
Question 1

Find the leading coefficient without fully expanding.

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Question 2

Find the leading coefficient without fully expanding.

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Question 3

Find the leading coefficient without fully expanding.

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Question 4

Find the leading coefficient without fully expanding.

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Question 5

Find the leading coefficient without fully expanding.

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