Derivatives of multivariable functions
Gradient and directional derivatives
Explore how gradients reveal the steepest ascent in multivariable functions and use directional derivatives to understand rates of change along different paths.
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Gradient
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Gradient and contour maps
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Gradient and graphs
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Directional derivative
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Directional derivative, formal definition
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Directional derivatives and slope
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Why the gradient is the direction of steepest ascent
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