Derivative with respect to time

Definition

The derivative with respect to time measures the rate of change of a quantity over time. It represents how quickly or slowly a variable is changing at any given moment.

Related terms

Instantaneous Rate of Change:

The instantaneous rate of change refers to the rate at which a quantity is changing at a specific instant in time.

Velocity:

Velocity is the derivative of position with respect to time. It measures both the speed and direction of an object's motion.

Acceleration:

Acceleration is the derivative of velocity with respect to time. It measures how quickly an object's velocity changes over time.