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Differentiation (G12)

Question 1 of 3 Grade: Twelve - G12
Q1 Essay · up to 5 points
Find the equation of the normal to the curve y = x^2 + x + 2 at the point (1, 4).
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About this topic

Learn basic and advanced differentiation techniques. Solve problems involving rates of change and slope of curves.

What you'll practise (3 questions)

  1. Given that y = 4x^3 - 2x^2 + 1, find dy/dx.
  2. Given that y = 2x^3 - 4/x^2, find dy/dx.
  3. Find the equation of the normal to the curve y = x^2 + x + 2 at the point (1, 4).

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