Which of the following options is the BEST interpretation of the derivative?
A) The value of x which maximised y
B) The value of x which solves the equation
C) The gradient (rate of change) for the equation
D) The mean value of y

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The derivative of a function at a point is the slope of the tangent line at that point, which represents the rate of change of the function with respect to its variable. This is best described by option C, "The gradient (rate of change) for the equation."

Which of the Following Options Is the BEST Interpretation of the Derivative