The document defines polynomials and discusses their classification and properties. It states that a polynomial is an algebraic expression with variables, constants, and exponents combined using addition, subtraction, and multiplication, but not division. Polynomials are classified by their degree and number of terms, with monomials having one term, binomials having two terms, and trinomials having three terms. The document also discusses factoring polynomials and finding zeros of polynomials.