Chapter 2 definition & equations for tangent lines/velocity Flashcards
1
Q
Given two points the slope between them is?
A
(y2-y1)/(x2-x1)
2
Q
What is slope intercept form?
A
y=mx + b
3
Q
What is the point slope form?
A
y-y1=mx(x-x1)
4
Q
What is a secant line to the curve?
A
It crosses through/at a point on the curve
5
Q
What is a tangent line to the curve?
A
A line that ONLY touches a point on the curve
6
Q
What is the equation for average velocity?
A
(Distance travelled)/(Time ellapsed)
7
Q
What is instantaneous velocity?
A
Velocity at a specific given time
