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
The notation "t = 0" represents a specific point in time when measured from the start or reference point. In this context, it indicates the initial moment when measurements begin.
Related terms
Initial condition: The starting value or state of a variable or system at t = 0.
Time elapsed: The duration that has passed since t = 0 up until a given moment.
Time parameter: A variable used to represent time in mathematical equations and functions.