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Derivative Grapher Applet

This applet helps users to visualize the relationship between the shape of the graph of a function and the graph of its derivative. Starting with a randomly generated function, users identify critical and inflection points and add additional points to help identify the derivative curve. Users can then receive feedback both by showing the graph of the derivative as well as through a score card which lists and compares various properties of the actual derivative curve to the one they constructed.


Identifier: 
http://web.monroecc.edu/manila/webfiles/pseeburger/JavaCode/derivativeGraph2.htm
Rating: 
Average: 2.9 (482 votes)
Creator(s): 
Paul Seeburger
Cataloger: 
Mike Molinsky
Publisher: 
Monroe Community College
Rights: 
Paul Seeburger