34 A level Mathematics Calculus Series Stationary and Turning Points Part 1

In this video, Christina introduces stationary points and turning points in calculus. She defines a stationary point as any point on a curve where the gradient is zero, and explains the method for finding their coordinates by setting the first derivative to zero. The video then provides a clear example using a quadratic function to demonstrate the calculation of a stationary point. Finally, it distinguishes between stationary points and turning points, explaining that while all turning points are stationary, not all stationary points are turning points, depending on the change in gradient. Visit AxiomTutoring.com and subscribe to @AxiomTutoringCourses.