1.1 Evaluating a Difference Quotient

In 1.1, we also discussed the difference quotient, one of the basic concepts in calculus.
The difference quotient uses the following ratio:

In order to evaluate the difference quotient for a given function, plug the ratio into the function as presented in the examples below. Remember that h can never equal zero.

Example One:

 

 





Example Two:

 






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