Finite Math Examples
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Step 1
Write as an equation.
Step 2
The average rate of change of a function can be found by calculating the change in values of the two points divided by the change in values of the two points.
Substitute the equation for and , replacing in the function with the corresponding value.
Step 3
Simplify the numerator.
Multiply by .
Multiply by .
Subtract from .
Multiply by .
Subtract from .
Subtract from .
Simplify the denominator.
Multiply by .
Subtract from .
Divide by .