This is a somewhat lengthy site discussing applications of the derivative using a trajectory problem as a template for understanding the concept. The page begins by defining a quadratic equation given three distinct points and then discusses slopes and the derivative.

Concepts

derivatives, trajectory

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Additional Tags

derivative, interpretation of a derivative as the slope of a tangent

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Classroom Considerations

• Knovation Readability Score: 3 (1 low difficulty, 5 high difficulty)

• This resource is only available on an unencrypted HTTP website.It should be fine for general use, but don’t use it to share any personally identifiable information