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Gradient of a Bivariate Quadratic

Gradient of a Bivariate Quadratic with a worked example and explicitly bounded inputs.

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Enter c for y².
Enter d for x.
Enter e for y.
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Formula

For f=ax²+bxy+cy²+dx+ey+constant, ∇f=(2ax+by+d, bx+2cy+e).
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  • Results update automatically whenever you change an input.
  • Displayed values use up to four decimal places, or scientific notation for very small or large numbers. Calculations use standard floating-point arithmetic; exact integer and fraction tools identify their own precision rules.
  • The additive constant does not affect the gradient. Evaluates one quadratic at a specified point.

Example Calculation

Example inputs
  • a for x²: 1
  • b for xy: 2
  • c for y²: 3
  • d for x: 4
  • e for y: 5
  • x: 1
  • y: 2

a for x² = 1; b for xy = 2; c for y² = 3; d for x = 4; e for y = 5; x = 1; y = 2. Primary result: 10.

Frequently asked questions

How do I use this calculator?

Enter a for x², b for xy, c for y², d for x, e for y, x, y. The result updates automatically. Use Reset to restore the example values.

What method does it use?

For f=ax²+bxy+cy²+dx+ey+constant, ∇f=(2ax+by+d, bx+2cy+e).. The additive constant does not affect the gradient. Evaluates one quadratic at a specified point.

Why might a rounded result differ?

The calculation keeps full numeric precision internally, then rounds the displayed result. Rounding intermediate steps by hand can produce a slightly different answer.

Are my inputs saved online?

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