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Coefficient

Coefficient[expr, form]
gives the coefficient of form in the polynomial expr.

Coefficient[expr, form, n]
gives the coefficient of form^n in expr.

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Coefficient picks only terms that contain the particular form specified. is not considered part of .

form can be a product of powers.

Coefficient[expr, form, 0] picks out terms that are not proportional to form.

Coefficient works whether or not expr is explicitly given in expanded form.

Basic Examples (1)

Find coefficients of polynomials:

Properties & Relations (2)

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