Derivative of Power Functions
Formula
Formula
Given y = axn , the gradient function (aka derivative) is given by:
Given y = axn , the gradient function (aka derivative) is given by:
Explore!
Explore!
Use the applet below to explore the gradient of a tangent as the limit of the gradient of line AB as point B gets closer to point A.
Use the applet below to explore the gradient of a tangent as the limit of the gradient of line AB as point B gets closer to point A.
Test Yourself! (Level 1)
Test Yourself! (Level 1)
Test Yourself! (Level 2)
Test Yourself! (Level 2)