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infoWhy this? Parametric equations model curves by linking coordinates to a parameter, which is especially natural in motion problems. Differentiation laws equips students to have the skills to analyse composite, trigonometric and exponential functions, deepening their understanding of change.

scheduleWhy now? Parametric equations come after functions and before applications of differentiation so students can sketch and differentiate these curves meaningfully. Differentiation follows the algebra refresher because rules such as product, quotient and chain depend on confident manipulation.