Chapter 8: Differential Calculus

Learn the foundational concepts of differential calculus, including limits, derivatives, tangents, and optimization techniques to solve practical problems.

Unit 1: Limits

Understand the concept of limits and how they are used to analyze the behavior of functions.

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Unit 2: Use Limits to Define the Derivative of a Function

Learn how limits are used to define the derivative of a function and understand its importance in calculus.

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Unit 3: Differentiation of Functions from First Principles

Explore differentiation from first principles and how to derive the gradient of a function.

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Unit 4: Use the Specific Rules for Differentiation

Master the rules of differentiation, including product, quotient, and chain rules to solve complex problems.

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Unit 5: Find the Equations of Tangents to Functions

Learn to find the equations of tangents to curves at given points using differentiation.

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Unit 6: The Second Derivative

Explore the concept of the second derivative and its use in determining the concavity of functions.

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Unit 7: Sketch Cubic Graphs

Learn to sketch cubic functions by finding critical points, inflection points, and analyzing the behavior of the graph.

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Unit 8: Optimization and Rate of Change

Apply calculus to solve optimization problems and understand how to find rates of change in practical contexts.

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