Practice - Definition of the Derivative (Limit Definition)
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Practice Questions
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Calculate the derivative of f(x) = 3x + 5 using the limit definition.
💡 Hint: Start by applying the limit definition with h approaching 0.
What does the derivative of a constant function (e.g., f(x) = 7) equal?
💡 Hint: Recall the nature of constant functions.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is the definition of the derivative?
💡 Hint: Think about how we calculate the slope at a point.
True or False: The derivative of a constant function is zero.
💡 Hint: Consider the definition of a constant function.
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Challenge Problems
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Given a function f(x) = 2x^2 + 3x - 5, find the derivative using the limit definition and confirm with shortcut methods.
💡 Hint: Remember to simplify the limit carefully.
Analyze the function f(x) = e^x and find its derivative by using the limit definition.
💡 Hint: Recall that e^x behaves particularly well in limits.
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