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First Derivative.
First Derivative - as a noun
The result of mathematical differentiation; the instantaneous change of one quantity relative to another; df(x)/dx
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
derivative17derived functiondifferential19differential coefficientHypernyms (Closely Related)
calculation15computation17figuring13reckoning16Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The first derivative of a function can be used to determine the slope of its graph at a specific point."
"To find the first derivative of a function, you can use methods like the power rule or chain rule."
"The first derivative of a constant is always zero."
"In physics, the first derivative of an object's position function with respect to time gives its velocity."
"The first derivative of a function can help identify maximum and minimum points on its graph."
