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Position is s(u)=u²+3u. Find velocity at u=t.

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高二選擇性必修 第二册(A版).pdf · 5.1 · PDF 64 / printed page 59

Revisit first: Function concept and representations

TOPIC 01

Derivative: concept and meaning

Distinguish average and instantaneous rates and derive tangents from a limit.

What you will be able to explain

  • Distinguish average and instantaneous rates and derive tangents from a limit.
  • Justify the method and check the conditions in a new situation.

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01 / Foundation#Your turn

Position is s(u)=u²+3u. Find velocity at u=t.

t=7t=7
  • The difference quotient uses h≠0; differentiability requires a finite common two-sided limit.
Skills and prerequisite lessons

Working and explanation

BUILD THE REASONING

Hint 1
Differentiate the specified function and substitute only after differentiating.
Hint 2
Use this intermediate relation.
v(u)=s′(u)=2u+3v(u)=s\prime(u)=2u+3
Worked solution
  1. Differentiate the specified function and substitute only after differentiating.

  2. Apply the stated relation and retain its conditions.

    v(7)=17v(7)=17
  3. Velocity has position-units per time-unit; acceleration would require another derivative.

The requested value is 17.

Checks and common pitfalls: Velocity has position-units per time-unit; acceleration would require another derivative.

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Teacher preparation and assessment

Question sequence

  • Distinguish average and instantaneous rates and derive tangents from a limit.
  • Which condition is essential in derivative: concept and meaning?
  • Does a graph without a jump always have a tangent slope?

Board plan

  • Defining relation: Distinguish average and instantaneous rates and derive tangents from a limit.
    f′(a)=lim⁡h→0[f(a+h)−f(a)]/hf\prime(a)=\lim_{h\to0}[f(a+h)-f(a)]/h
  • Conditions: The difference quotient uses h≠0; differentiability requires a finite common two-sided limit.

Anticipated thinking

  • Continuity alone does not imply differentiability.

Assessment checklist

  • 1 mark: choose the correct representation and conditions.
  • 1 mark: establish the intermediate relation.
  • 1 mark: complete a connected calculation or proof.
  • 1 mark: interpret and check the conclusion.

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