1. In your own words, discuss what is meant by a function. Discuss and provide a real-life example of how a function may be used in your personal or current/future profession. Be certain to cite your source(s).
2. There are important areas where derivatives are used such as in Business, Physics, Biology, Chemistry, and Economics. Use your knowledge of this concept to complete your discussion this week. In your own words, explain what is meant by the mathematical concept known as the derivative. Provide a real-life example where the derivative is used. Feel free to use one of the areas provided above or find your own. Be certain to cite your source(s).