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← Unit 2 - Derivatives

1. Difference Quotient

Explore average rate of change and secant slopes before defining the derivative as a limit of the difference quotient. Use the definition to find instantaneous rates of change and slopes of tangent lines.

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Difference Quotient
Derivatives Lecture 1 - Difference Quotient
Limits of the Difference Quotient
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Limits of the Difference Quotient 2
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