A polynomial is an [[Algebra|algebraic]] mathematical object. It is any element of a polynomial ring, that is a [[Ring_(mathematics)|ring]] R with one or more [[variable]]s adjoined. Note that R need not be [[Commutativity|commutative]], nor have [[identity]], nor be [[Associativity|associative]].
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A '''polynomial''' is an [[Algebra|algebraic]] mathematical object. It is any element of a polynomial ring, that is a [[Ring_(mathematics)|ring]] R with one or more [[variable]]s adjoined. Note that R need not be [[Commutativity|commutative]], nor have [[identity]], nor be [[Associativity|associative]].
Examples of polynomials include 0, x and 5xy<sup>2</sup>. Every element of R is also a polynomial, a [[constant]].
Examples of polynomials include 0, x and 5xy<sup>2</sup>. Every element of R is also a polynomial, a [[constant]].