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IB Mathematics Applications and Interpretation SL

Topic 5: Calculus

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SL 5.1 Limits and the DerivativeApproach limits numerically and graphically, then interpret the derivative as gradient and rate of change. SL 5.2 Increasing and Decreasing FunctionsRead the sign of the derivative to identify where a function rises, falls or is stationary. SL 5.3 Power Rule DifferentiationDifferentiate polynomial terms efficiently and connect the algebra to gradient. SL 5.4 Tangents and NormalsUse derivatives to construct tangent and normal lines at a point on a curve. SL 5.5 Integration and AreaConnect anti-differentiation, boundary conditions, definite integrals and positive area using technology appropriately. SL 5.6 Stationary PointsUse technology to generate the derivative, solve f′(x)=0 and classify local maxima and minima. SL 5.7 OptimisationTurn a real context into a one-variable objective function and find the required maximum or minimum. SL 5.8 Trapezoidal Rule for IntegrationApproximate area from equally spaced data or function values with the trapezoidal rule.

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