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Matt Jacques
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Hi,
I think it is atan of the derivative of the curve, is that right?
Thanks
Matt
I think it is atan of the derivative of the curve, is that right?
Thanks
Matt
The formula for finding the angle of a curve in the xy coordinate plane is arctan(dy/dx), where dy/dx represents the gradient or slope of the curve at a given point.
Yes, the formula for finding the angle of a curve in the xy coordinate plane can be used for any type of curve, including straight lines, circles, and more complex curves.
Knowing the angle of a curve at a given point can provide insight into the direction and rate of change of the curve. It can also be useful in various applications, such as engineering and physics.
The gradient or slope of a curve can be calculated by finding the derivative of the curve's equation with respect to the variable (usually x) and plugging in the x-value of the point you want to find the angle of.
Yes, there are other methods such as using the arc length formula or finding the angle between tangents at two points on the curve. However, the arctan(dy/dx) formula is the most commonly used and easiest method.