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Rates of Change in Applied Contexts other than Motion

Benjamin Wright

Benjamin Wright

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Study Guide Overview

This study guide covers rates of change in applied contexts (non-motion) for AP Calculus AB/BC. It focuses on interpreting the meaning of a function and its derivative in real-world scenarios, including calculating and interpreting instantaneous rates of change with proper units. Practice problems and exam tips are provided, emphasizing the importance of units and showing work. Key exam topics include interpreting derivatives, understanding units, and applying derivatives to solve problems.

Question 1 of 10

The function V(t)V(t) represents the volume of a balloon, in cubic centimeters, as a function of time tt in seconds. What does V(t)V(t) represent?

The rate of change of the volume of the balloon

The volume of the balloon at time tt

The surface area of the balloon at time t

The change in volume of the balloon over time