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What do derivatives in a differential equation usually stand for?
ARates of change of quantities
BAreas under the curves
CNumber of real roots found
DConstants of integration
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. Rates of change of quantities
Functions stand for physical quantities and their derivatives stand for rates of change.
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