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Lines in the Plane

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Learners differentiate between parallel and perpendicular lines. In this algebra lesson, students graph linear equations using the slope intercept form. They classify lines based on their slopes.
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Worksheet
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Taylor's Theorem and Error in Tangent Line Approximations

For Students Higher Ed
In this tangent line approximation worksheet, students answer two essay questions about the approximation error when related to a function. They answer three short answer problems. Students graph one function and its tangent line.
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Challenge Discussion Sheet 3

For Students Higher Ed
In this function worksheet, students prove given limits, solve differentiate functions, identify points on a graph with tangent lines passing through given points, determine the radius of a largest sphere that can fit inside of a pyramid...
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Math 155 - Worksheet 7. Function

For Students Higher Ed
In this function learning exercise, students compute the derivative of given functions. They find the equation of a tangent line to a curve and compute the implicit differentiation. This two-page learning exercise contains six problems.
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AP Test Prep
College Board

2005 AP® Calculus AB Free-Response Questions Form B

For Students 10th - 12th
Grab a peak inside the test. The 2005 free-response questions from the AP® Calculus exam allow learners to see how topics appear on the tests. Topics cover differential equations, bounded areas, particle motion, and slopes of tangent lines.
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Worksheet 8 - Limit of Slopes

For Teachers Higher Ed
In this limit of slopes worksheet, students compute the limit of slopes, find the slope of the secant line, and determine the slope of the tangent line. This one-page worksheet contains five multi-step problems.
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Functions

For Students 12th - Higher Ed
For this functions worksheet, students solve and complete 11 different types of problems. First, they find the coordinates of all points on the graph of each equation where the tangents to the graph are horizontal. Then, students write...
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Limits and Trigonometric Equations.

For Students 10th - 12th
In this calculus worksheet, students solve functions dealing with limits and the 6 trigonometric values. They find the slope and tangent lines. There are 28 questions. 
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Implicit Differentiation

For Students Higher Ed
In this implicit differentiation worksheet, students use the chain rule to solve for the derivative. The find the equation for the tangent line at a given point and determine if the line is vertical. This two-page worksheet contains...
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Concord Consortium

Shooting Arrows through a Hoop

For Students 9th - 12th Standards
The slope makes a difference. Given an equation of a circle and point, scholars determine the relationship of the slope of a line through the point and the number of intersections with the circle. After graphing the relationship, pupils...
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Unit Plan
College Board

Vectors: A Curriculum Module for AP® Calculus BC

For Students 10th - 12th
It is all in a matter of time. The model curriculum module uses parametric equations and vectors to solve problems dealing with particle motion along a curve. At the beginning of the lesson, the unit reviews parametric equations and...
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Tangent Properties

For Students 10th - 12th
For this pre-calculus worksheet, students solve for angles formed by a tangent line and a circle. There are 6 different worksheets containing 8-10 problems per sheet.
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Slope and Tangent

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Learners differentiate between the slope and the tangent of the horizontal. In this precalculus lesson, students examine slopes created by tangent lines. They observe the angle formed using properties of the unit circle.
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Worksheet Two

For Teachers Higher Ed
In this math worksheet, students solve differential equations. Students use similar equations, and analyze ways they differ from one another. Students draw directional fields and sketch solutions. The final three questions are...
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Introduction to Trigonometric Functions

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Scholars first learn the definitions of the sine ratio, the cosine ratio, and the tangent ratio. After mastering these definitions, they use the new information to solve triangles.
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Calculus AB/BC - Reasoning Using Slope Fields

For Students 10th - 12th
Find a solution in the field. An informative video presentation shows pupils how to use the information from a slope field to sketch the graph of a particular solution to a differential equation. Individuals learn how to determine the...
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AP Test Prep
College Board

Approximation

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Sometimes close enough is appropriate. A curriculum document for AP® Calculus examines the importance of providing approximation questions throughout the course. It looks at approximating derivative values, approximating definite...
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AP Test Prep
College Board

2003 AP® Calculus AB Free-Response Questions Form B

For Students 10th - 12th
Get a better grasp of the intended content. The six free-response questions provide insight into the purpose of the AP® Calculus content. Two questions have real-world context while the remaining are void of context. The items range from...
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AP Test Prep
College Board

2012 AP® Calculus BC Free-Response Questions

For Students 10th - 12th
Get better prepared. Individuals use the six released AP® Calculus BC free-response questions to practice for the actual exam. The questions contain two calculator items and four non-calculator items. Topics include particle movement,...
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AP Test Prep
College Board

2010 AP® Calculus AB Free-Response Questions Form B

For Students 10th - 12th
Most say that practice makes perfect. Scholars use the released free-response questions to practice for the AP® Calculus AB exam. Each question comes with several parts and either do or do not allow calculators. Items include topics such...
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AP Test Prep
College Board

2010 AP® Calculus BC Free-Response Questions

For Students 10th - 12th
What do a zoo, snow, and a moving particle have in common? The six free-response items from the 2010 AP® Calculus BC exam allow teachers and pupils see how items may show up in context. Three of the questions are from only the BC portion...
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Worksheet
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Senior Analysis: Review Functions and Tangents

For Students 10th - 12th
In this function worksheet, students find the equation of a line tangent to a given function. They identify the derivative of functions, This one-page worksheet contains 11 multi-step problems. Answers are provided on page two of the...
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Worksheet 17: Writing Equations

For Students 10th - Higher Ed
In this equations worksheet, students graph the curve represented by pairs of parametric equations. They determine the slope of the line tangent to a given graph. Students find the area region lying under the curve. This two-page...
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Parabolas

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Learn how to evaluate the derivatives of polynomials.  Mathematicians find the derivative of a quadratic function and determine the value at a given value.  Students compare the slope of the secant line through two points with the...