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tag: 0C3QBCR46M
kind: concept
name: Monic polynomial
msc: [13F20]
sources:
  - url: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Monic_polynomial
    locator: lead section
same_as:
  wikidata: Q3099696
  wikipedia: Monic polynomial
---

## Summary

A monic polynomial is a nonzero polynomial whose leading coefficient is $1$.
The [[definition of a monic polynomial|0BDX4MBKT4]] states this precisely.