key term - Differentiation

Definition

Differentiation is the process of finding the rate at which a function changes. It involves calculating the derivative of a function to determine its slope at any given point.

Related terms

Derivative:

The derivative of a function represents its rate of change or slope at any given point.

Tangent Line:

A tangent line is a straight line that touches a curve at only one point and has the same slope as the curve at that point.

Chain Rule:

The chain rule is used to differentiate composite functions, where one function is applied to another. It helps us find the derivative of these types of functions.