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← Unit 3 - Applications of the Derivative

1. Equations of Tangent and Normal Lines

Use derivatives to find the slope of a curve at a point and write equations of tangent and normal lines. Connect derivative values to the geometric relationship between perpendicular tangent and normal lines.

Lecture Video

Applications of the Derivative Lecture 1- Equations of Tangent and Normal Lines
Applications of the Derivative Lecture 1- Equations of Tangent and Normal Lines

Additional Examples

Example of Finding Tangent and Normal Line Equations
Example of Finding Tangent and Normal Line Equations
Example of Finding the Tangent Line to a Parabola that is Parallel to a Given Line
Example of Finding the Tangent Line to a Parabola that is Parallel to a Given Line
Example of Finding Tangent and Normal Lines Using Implicit Differentiation
Example of Finding Tangent and Normal Lines Using Implicit Differentiation
Example of Finding a Normal Line to an Ellipse
Example of Finding a Normal Line to an Ellipse
Equations of Tangent and Normal Lines
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