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Ableitung

derivative (calculus)

noun AP-lye-toong Rare

Also means

derivation, deduction

Usage Note

Ableitung in calculus is the derivative of a function, measuring its rate of change. Die erste Ableitung gives the slope; die zweite Ableitung gives curvature. Introduced in upper secondary maths.

Examples

"Die Ableitung der Funktion f(x) = x² ist 2x."

Natural Translation

The derivative of the function f(x) = x² is 2x.

Literal Translation

The derivative of the function f(x) = x² is 2x.

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