Calculus 1-1 to 1-3 Skills Check

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What is the definition of a limit in calculus?

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A limit is a value that a function approaches as the input approaches some value.

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What does the instantaneous rate of change represent?

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The instantaneous rate of change represents the slope of the tangent line to the curve at a given point.

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What is the difference between a secant line and a tangent line?

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A secant line intersects a curve at two or more points, while a tangent line touches the curve at exactly one point.

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What is the derivative of a function?

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The derivative of a function is the limit of the average rate of change of the function as the interval approaches zero.

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What does DNE stand for in calculus?

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DNE stands for 'Does Not Exist', often used to describe limits that do not approach a finite value.

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What is the formula for the slope of a line?

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