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Noun quadratic polynomial has 1 sense
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Definitions from the WebQuadratic PolynomialA quadratic polynomial is a mathematical expression of the form ax^2 + bx + c, where a, b, and c are constants and x is the variable. This term has multiple senses and usages: Sense 1: AlgebraIn algebra, a quadratic polynomial is a polynomial of degree 2. Example sentence: To solve the equation, you need to factorize the given quadratic polynomial. Sense 2: Graph TheoryIn graph theory, a quadratic polynomial is a function that assigns real values to the vertices of a graph based on their positions in a two-dimensional plane. Example sentence: The quadratic polynomial represents the elevation of the terrain at different points of the map. Sense 3: OptimizationIn optimization, a quadratic polynomial is used to represent a mathematical model for maximizing or minimizing a function. Example sentence: The objective function can be represented as a quadratic polynomial to find the optimal solution. Sense 4: Computer ScienceIn computer science, a quadratic polynomial can refer to a time complexity of an algorithm with a quadratic growth rate. Example sentence: The algorithm's performance is poor due to its quadratic polynomial time complexity. Related Products: | ||||
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