Asked by Joe

I'm having trouble understanding what derivatives in calculus (instantaneous speed) is. Can someone please explain it to me, or provide some easy links to learn from?

Thanks!
Answered by bobpursley
a derivative is a rate of change. As speed is the rate of change of distance.

http://www.themathpage.com/aCalc/derivative.htm
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