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Which of the following expressions is NOT a polynomial?

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  • Asqrt(3)x² - 2x + 1
  • B5x⁴ - 2x^(1/2) + 3
  • C1/3 x³ + 4x - 7
  • D(x² + 1)(x - 5)
Explanation

A polynomial must have non-negative integer powers for its variable. In option B, the term 2x^(1/2) involves a fractional power (1/2), making it not a polynomial.

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