2.03 Derivatives and Tangents

Video(s): 

1) Watch & Note YouTube's videos:

• Equation of a Tangent Line

• Example

• Tangent and Normal Line equations example

*Pay attention to the notation!

Normal Line at a point- A line that is perpendicular to the tangent line at a point.

2)       Watch & Note: Horizontal Tangents Video

3) Complete Pre-Quiz in notebook (see attached file)

Note: Please find a class problem  from the book attached for your reference.

Agenda:

1. Do Now – 3 min

2. HW Debrief—5-15 min

3. Practice (Bookwork) 15 min

4. Closing--2 min

5. Exit Ticket – 8 min 

Post Quiz: Tangents

Additional Resources:

Question: How is the common phrase "he went on a tangent" mathematically correct?

Secant, Tangent, & Derivative Visual