13.1 Derivative idea
The derivative measures instantaneous rate of change.
Geometrically, it is the slope of the tangent line to a curve.
13.2 Notation
If y = f(x), the derivative is written as:
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f'(x) or dy/dx
Derivative as rate of change and slope of tangent (conceptual start).
The derivative measures instantaneous rate of change.
Geometrically, it is the slope of the tangent line to a curve.
If y = f(x), the derivative is written as:
f'(x) or dy/dx