Tangent and Normals
Example Set 1 – Equation of the Tangent and the Normals
Practice Questions with Step-by-Step Solutions Question 1 Find the equation of the tangent and the normal to [y = x^{2}
Equations of the Tangents and the Normals
1. Concept Overview For a curve represented by [y=f(x)], the tangent at a point is a straight line that just
Example Set 1 – Tangents and Normals
Practice Questions with Step-by-Step Solution Question 1 Curve: [y = x^{2}] at [x = -2]. Find tangent slope, normal slope,
Slopes of the Tangent and the Normal
1. Concept Overview At any point on a curve, the tangent is a line that just “touches” the curve locally
Slope (Gradient) of a line
1. Definition Slope (or gradient) of a line refers to how steep the line is. It measures change in y