Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 exam•Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Definition
In calculus, a constant C refers to a fixed value that does not change throughout the problem or equation. It is often used as an arbitrary constant in indefinite integrals.
An initial condition refers to specific values assigned to variables at the starting point of a differential equation, which helps determine its solution.