key term - Minimum

Definition

The minimum refers to the lowest value that a function or variable can attain within a given range.

Related terms

Maximum:

The maximum is the highest value that a function or variable can reach within a given range.

Local Minimum:

A local minimum is the lowest point in a specific region of a graph, but it may not be the absolute lowest point overall.

Absolute Minimum: The absolute minimum is the lowest point on an entire graph or over an entire range.