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Gradient

Del V, direction of maximum rate of increase, normal to surface.

Darshan N
Updated: 19 March 2026
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Gradient Operator Quiz

Test your understanding of the gradient operator and its role in identifying maximum rate of change and surface normals.

Question 1 of 3

Q1.Given a scalar field V = x^2*y + y*z, the gradient of V at point (1, 2, 3) is: