Differentiation Flashcards
1
Q
What notation do you use to show differentiation?
A
dy/dx
1
Q
What do you find from the process differentiation?
A
The gradient of a line at a certain point.
2
Q
What is the gradient at a turning point point?
A
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3
Q
When finding a turning point using differentiation, what do you set the differentiated equation too?
A
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4
Q
How do you find if it’s a min or max point when dealing with stationary points?
A
Differentiate the equation AGAIN, then substitute the x coordinate into the equation. If the equation is negative it’s a maximum, if it id positive it is a minimum.
