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Divide parameter derivatives to obtain the Cartesian gradient

For x=(1+t)2x=(1+t)^2, y=2ty=2t, find dy/dxdy/dx in terms of t and hence the point where the gradient is 1.

CJC · Lecture · Example 8

The Cartesian slope is a quotient of two rates with respect to the same parameter.

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