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Derivatives of Parametric and Polar Curves - Theory & Concepts - Parametric Polar

Learn how to find derivatives, slopes, and tangency angles for curves defined parametrically and in polar coordinates.

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Parametric & Polar Tangent Explorer

Curve Type

Parameter (θ) = 1.05

The tangent line slope is given by:

\frac{dy}{dx} = \frac{dy/dt}{dx/dt}

For polar, substitute x=r cos(θ) and y=r sin(θ) first.

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