AP Precalculus Flashcards: Linear And Quadratic Rates Of Change

Study Linear And Quadratic Rates Of Change in AP Precalculus with focused flashcards that help you recognize the idea, recall the key rule, and apply it in practice-style prompts.

QUESTION

What is the instantaneous rate of change of $f(x) = 2x^2$ at $x = -1$ ?

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ANSWER

-4. Find $f'(x) = 4x$ , then evaluate at $x = -1$ .

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This deck focuses on Linear And Quadratic Rates Of Change, giving you a quick way to review the definitions, rules, and examples that matter most for AP Precalculus.

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Practice questions

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A lab culture's population (in thousands) follows

P(t)=20+2t+t^2

for

0\le t\le 5

, where t is days. Based on the scenario, how does the rate of change in population compare at the beginning and end of the time period?

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