A tangent to a quadratic curve

A tangent to a quadratic curve

Secondary 3
4 marks
TGM Original Questions

The graph shows \(y=x^2-2x+2\). Draw a tangent at the point where \(x=2\) and use it to estimate the gradient there. Show the two points used on your tangent.[4]

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Answer:Approximately 2 (accept 1.8–2.2 with a reasonable tangent).

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