If the instantaneous rate of change of f(x) at (7, -9) is 5, write the equation of the line tangent to the graph of f(x) at x = 7. (Let x be the independent variable and y be the dependent variable.)

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Chapter3: The Derivative
Section3.4: Definition Of The Derivative
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If the instantaneous rate of change of f(x) at (7, -9) is 5, write the equation of the line tangent to the graph of f(x) at x = 7. (Let x be the independent variable and y be the dependent variable.)
Transcribed Image Text:If the instantaneous rate of change of f(x) at (7, -9) is 5, write the equation of the line tangent to the graph of f(x) at x = 7. (Let x be the independent variable and y be the dependent variable.)
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