Difference Quotient Worksheet
This worksheet focuses on understanding and calculating the difference quotient for various functions, a foundational concept in calculus.
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Difference Quotient Practice
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Calculate the difference quotient for each of the following functions. Show all your work. Remember the formula for the difference quotient: (f(x + h) - f(x)) / h
1. Find the difference quotient for f(x) = 3x + 2.
2. Determine the difference quotient for f(x) = x² - 5x + 1.
3. The difference quotient is used to calculate the rate of change of a function.
4. As 'h' approaches zero, the difference quotient approaches the of the function.
5. Calculate the difference quotient for f(x) = 1/x.
6. The difference quotient is always a constant value.
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