What it Represents:

• The gradient tells you how much the y-value of the function (represented by the graph) changes for a given change in the x-value.

• A positive gradient indicates that the line or curve slants upwards as you move from left to right on the graph. The y-value increases as the x-value increases.

• A negative gradient signifies a downward slope. The y-value decreases as the x-value increases.

• A zero gradient corresponds to a horizontal line. The y-value remains constant regardless of the change in the x-value.

Calculating Gradient:

Importance of Gradient:

Beyond Straight Lines: