2026-07-072026-07-07http://salesiana.dossiersoluciones.com/handle/123456789/84971In this brief note we critically examine the process of partial and of total differentiation, showing some of the problems that arise when we relate both concepts. A way to solve all the problems is proposed.LaTex, 18pages, no figuresGeneral PhysicsA Critical Approach to Total and Partial Derivativestext