Negative Derivative: Learn Meaning & Examples

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The discussion centers on the concept of negative derivatives, specifically the notation \(\frac{\partial^{-1}}{\partial\,x^{-1}}\). Participants suggest that this notation likely refers to the anti-derivative or indefinite integral, commonly denoted as "D-1 f". Additionally, fractional calculus is recommended as a relevant area for further exploration, providing a deeper understanding of inverse derivatives.

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Hello,

What negative derivative means like this one:

\frac{\partial^{-1}}{\partial\,x^{-1}}

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I honestly have never seen such a notation but I would suspect the "inverse" derivative is the anti-derivative or indefinite integral. (I have seen this written "D-1 f" for anti-derivative.)
 

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