The concept of Derivative is at the core of Calculus and modern mathematics. Velocity and acceleration are measured using a fundamental concept of calculus that is called the derivative.
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The derivative is closely related to another important concept in calculus, the integral . The integral, much like the derivative, has many applications.
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Integrals
Limits
Limits of functions are evaluated using many different techniques such as recognizing a pattern, simple substitution, or using algebraic simplifications.
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The concept of a derivative is also useful for finding a tangent line to a given curve at a specific point. A tangent line is a straight line that touches a curve at only one point when restricted to a very small region.
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Tanget Lines
