Applications of Differentiation
Apply differentiation to find gradients, tangents, and normals to curves. Use the first and second derivative tests to identify local maxima, minima, and points of inflection.
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Apply differentiation to find gradients, tangents, and normals to curves. Use the first and second derivative tests to identify local maxima, minima, and points of inflection.
Key Questions
- How does the derivative relate to the geometry of a curve?
- What distinguishes a maximum from a minimum point?
- How do we apply these concepts to optimization problems?
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