When we differentiate an expression with respect to one of a number of independent variables, we are engaged in
A
Finding definite integrals
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Total differentiation
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C
Partial differentiation
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D
Integration
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Solution
The correct option is C Partial differentiation A partial derivative of a function of several variables is its derivative with respect to one of those variables, with the others held constant.