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Polynomials

A polynomial is a finite sum of nonnegative integer powers with coefficients.

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  • Affine varieties

    Common polynomial zero sets define affine algebraic sets over a chosen field.

  • Algebraic expressions

    Expressions combine constants, variables and operations without necessarily asserting an equation.

  • Factorization

    Factorization rewrites an expression as a product, helping locate zeros and simplify equations.

  • Rings

    A ring supports addition and multiplication linked by distributive laws.

  • Absolute value

    Absolute value measures distance from zero on the real line.

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