Understanding the Derivative of a Bell-Shaped Function
A bell-shaped function, also known as a Gaussian function or normal distribution, is a commonly encountered mathematical function that resembles the shape of a bell. Its derivative, the rate of change of the function, provides valuable insights into the function’s behavior.
Implicit differentiation is a technique used in calculus to find the derivative of a function that is defined implicitly. This means that the function is not explicitly defined in terms of $y$, but rather as an equation involving both $x$ and $y$.
To find the implicit derivative of a function using the TI-84 Plus CE graphing calculator, follow these steps:
