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tag: 0V1EJCT8G6
kind: concept
name: Derivative
msc: [26A24]
sources:
  - url: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Derivative
    locator: lead section
same_as:
  wikidata: Q29175
  wikipedia: Derivative
---

## Summary

The derivative of a function at a point is the limit of the slopes of secant lines through that point. It measures the rate of change of the function, and it is the slope of the tangent line. The node [[derivative|0F1WR9C83K]] gives the precise definition.