The Difference Between an Average Rate and an Instantaneous Rate

question 58

Multiple Choice

The difference between an average rate and an instantaneous rate is __________

• A) the average rate is taken over a larger time period.
• B) the instantaneous rate is taken from the slope of the curve at a specific time.
• C) they are not different if the time interval chosen is small enough.
• D) All the above are correct.

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