Task 7: Gradient of the cosine function

The applet is used to explore the shape of the gradient function of sine function [math]y = cos(x)[/math]. Hopefully students will recognise this as the graph of the negative of the sine function. Helpful for teaching A-level maths.

 

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Resource Type
Activity
Tags
cosine  differential-calculus  function  gradient  math  qehsmaths  trig  trigonometric-functions 
Target Group (Age)
14 – 18
Language
English
 
 
 
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