# Partial Derivative

*Math & Statistics — Finicade finance glossary*

The rate of change of a multi-input function as you nudge just one input, holding the rest fixed. Each option Greek is a partial derivative of its price with respect to one risk factor.

**Also known as:** partial-derivatives, gradient, multivariable-function

**Related terms:** [Derivative (Calculus)](https://finicade.com/glossary/derivative-calculus), [The Greeks](https://finicade.com/glossary/the-greeks), [Taylor Series](https://finicade.com/glossary/taylor-series)

**Taught in:** Math Masters — Partial Derivatives & the Greeks

Source: https://finicade.com/glossary/partial-derivative