Directional Derivative Demo by Esteban Diaz UTA

Directional Derivative Demo by Esteban Diaz UTA
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2018-02-28 09:59
This example demonstrates the geometric meaning of directional derivatives, showing how the rate of change of a function varies in different directions at a point. Key math concepts include directional derivatives, gradients, and the relationship between vectors and function graphs. Construction highlights: the GeoGebra command 'object f' represents the function itself. Suitable for high school students and above studying calculus, or for university-level foundational mathematics instruction.

GeoGebra Commands & Parameters

  1. f(x, y) = (1 / 4 * y^(2)) + sin(x)