P2.7 - Differentiation

Applications of differentiation to To include applications to curve sketching.; Maxima and maxima and minima and stationary minima problems may be set in the context of a practical points, increasing and decreasing problem. functions.

Use applications of differentiation to connect the rule to the data and decision in the question.

This matters because applications of differentiation determines what can be inferred or chosen; begin with the stated conditions and keep the conclusion tied to the evidence.

Example: apply applications of differentiation to one small, clearly defined case, show the key step or comparison, and explain the result in words.

Boundary: Applications of differentiation is not a universal recommendation. Check the syllabus scope, assumptions, units and the limits of the evidence before generalising.