AP Calculus students examine the procedure for determining if the Mean Value Theorem applies to a given function. with a video that discusses the requirements needed. The instructor approaches the problem from both a graphical and analytical approach.

Concepts

mean value theorem, derivatives, differentiable

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Additional Tags

math

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Instructional Ideas

• Have individuals write a description of the Mean Value Theorem as a conclusion to the lesson
• Create a list of the steps used to evaluate whether the Mean Value Theorem applies

Classroom Considerations

• Requires proficiency with finding derivatives

• This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

• Shows multiple methods for answering the same problem, which strengthens the graphical and algebraic connections

Cons

• Difficult to see the graph displayed in the video