Differentiation Flashcards
1
Q
What does differentiating an equation give you?
A
The derivative
2
Q
What is the derivative?
A
Rate of change of a function
3
Q
A questions asking you to differentiate can look like:
A
dy/dx
fâ(x)
4
Q
How do you differentiate?
A
Times by the power
-1 from the power
Numbers on their own vanish
5
Q
What does differentiating an equation give you?
A
It gives you a function that allows you to find a gradient to any part of the curve
To find the gradient to a specific part of the curve, plug in a x coordinate
