A polynomial of degree 1 in one variable is called a:
- Constant polynomial
- Linear polynomial
- Quadratic polynomial
- Cubic polynomial
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Correct answer: B. Linear polynomial
By definition, a polynomial of degree 1 (highest power of the variable = 1) is a linear polynomial.
**Examples:** 4x, 2x + 3, −5x + 7. Linear polynomials produce straight-line graphs.