AP Calculus BC Flashcards: Estimating Derivatives Of A Function

Study Estimating Derivatives Of A Function in AP Calculus BC with focused flashcards that help you recognize the idea, recall the key rule, and apply it in practice-style prompts.

QUESTION

Estimate $f'(3)$ for $f(x) = \sin x$ using $h = 0.01$ and the forward difference quotient.

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ANSWER

-0.9895. Forward formula: $\frac{\sin(3.01) - \sin(3)}{0.01} \approx -0.9895$

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