Implicit Differentiation

An explicit function is a function whose dependent variable is completely defined in terms of its independent variable(s) in one equation.

An implicit function is a function whose dependent variable cannot be completely defined in terms of its independent variable(s) in one equation.

 

Learn more about implicit differentiation by reading the explanation below.

Implicit Differentiation


Practice:  Answer the following exercises about implicit differentiation.

Implicit Differentiation 1

Implicit Differentiation 2