SOLUTION: How do I find the degree of the polynomial? 6x^5-3x^3-2

Algebra ->  Polynomials-and-rational-expressions -> SOLUTION: How do I find the degree of the polynomial? 6x^5-3x^3-2      Log On


   

Question 83856: How do I find the degree of the polynomial?
6x^5-3x^3-2
Answer by jim_thompson5910(35256) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
The degree is equal to the largest exponent.
So the degree of the polynomial is 5