Mathematics A-Level
tangents to curves
What tangents to curves means in Mathematics A-Level, as defined for WJEC.
Definition of tangents to curves
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Reference: WJEC
Tangents and normals are formed using coordinates (f(t), g(t)) and the calculated gradient.
Topics that use tangents to curves
- Differentiation (A2 Unit 3: Pure Mathematics B) (WJEC A-Level)
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