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If a function f(x) is differentiable at a point x = c, what does the value of f'(c) represent geometrically?

A The area under the curve of f(x) from 0 to c.
B The y-intercept of the tangent line to f(x) at x = c.
C The slope of the tangent line to the curve of f(x) at x = c.
D The rate of change of the slope of f(x) at x = c.

✓ Correct Answer: Option C

The derivative of a function at a specific point gives the gradient (slope) of the tangent line to the curve at that point, representing the instantaneous rate of change.

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