Answer:
The steps to multiply polynomials are as follows:
- Distribute each term of the first polynomial to each term of the second polynomial. Remember that when you multiply two terms together you must multiply the coefficient (numbers) and add the exponents.
- Combine such terms (if possible).
The steps in dividing polynomials are as follows:
- Arrange polynomial indices in descending order. Replace the missing term (s) with 0.
- Divide the first term of the dividend (the polynomial to be divided) by the first term of the divisor. It gives the first term of the quotient.
- Multiply the divider by the first term of the quotient.
- Deduct the product from the dividend then bring down the next term. The difference and the next term is the new dividend. Note: Remember the subtraction rule "change subtrahend sign then continue with addition".
- Repeat steps 2 - 4 to find the second term of the quotient.
- Continue the process until you get the rest. It can be zero or lower index than divider.
Step-by-step explanation:
- https://www.mesacc.edu/~scotz47781/mat120/notes/polynomials/multiplying/multiplying_poly.html
- https://mathematics.laerd.com/maths/algebraic-division-intro.php
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