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Geometrically, what does the derivative dydx\frac{dy}{dx}dxdy​ represent at a specific point on a curve?

A

x=ax = ax=a (a vertical line).

B

The gradient of the tangent to the curve at that point.

C

d2ydx2>0\frac{d^2y}{dx^2} > 0dx2d2y​>0 (positive)

D

Differentiate the first derivative dydx\frac{dy}{dx}dxdy​ a second time.

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Differentiation Flashcards

  1. A Level
  2. /Maths
  3. /Differentiation

22 flashcards on Edexcel A Level Maths Differentiation: the key formulae, methods and definitions you need to recall for Paper 1, Paper 2 and Paper 3.

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