Differentiation Flashcards
1
Q
What is the derivative of a function?
A
Gradient of a function of X
2
Q
What is the discriminant?
A
b^2-4ac
3
Q
What does this mean?
b^2-4ac=0
A
one real repeated root
4
Q
What does this mean?
b^2-4ac>0
A
two real distinct roots
5
Q
What does this mean?
b^2-4ac<0
A
no real roots
6
Q
What is the chain rule used for
A
To differentiate composite functions
7
Q
What is the product rule used for
A
Differentiating the product of two functions
8
Q
What is the quotient used for
A
To differentiate two functions divided
