Math Problem Statement

The function f(x) is such that f(1) = 10 and its derivative f'(1) = 5. Given that g(x) = x f(x), what is the value of g'(1)?

Solution

We are given the function f(x)f(x), where f(1)=10f(1) = 10 and f(1)=5f'(1) = 5, and the function g(x)=xf(x)g(x) = x f(x). We are tasked with finding g(1)g'(1).

Step-by-step solution:

  1. Differentiate g(x)g(x): g(x)=xf(x)g(x) = x f(x) To differentiate g(x)g(x), we apply the product rule, which states: (uv)=uv+uv(uv)' = u'v + uv' In this case: u=xandv=f(x)u = x \quad \text{and} \quad v = f(x) So, applying the product rule: g(x)=(x)f(x)+xf(x)g'(x) = (x)' f(x) + x f'(x) This simplifies to: g(x)=f(x)+xf(x)g'(x) = f(x) + x f'(x)

  2. Substitute x=1x = 1: Now, substitute x=1x = 1 into the equation for g(x)g'(x): g(1)=f(1)+1f(1)g'(1) = f(1) + 1 \cdot f'(1) Using the given values f(1)=10f(1) = 10 and f(1)=5f'(1) = 5, we get: g(1)=10+15=10+5=15g'(1) = 10 + 1 \cdot 5 = 10 + 5 = 15

Thus, the value of g(1)g'(1) is 15\boxed{15}.

Would you like further details or have any questions? Here are some related questions for you:

  1. What is the product rule for derivatives, and when is it used?
  2. How would the solution change if g(x)=x2f(x)g(x) = x^2 f(x) instead?
  3. How can you verify the correctness of a derivative?
  4. What would happen if f(1)f'(1) were 0 in this problem?
  5. Can you explain the significance of evaluating functions at specific points?

Tip: Always remember to carefully apply the product rule when differentiating a product of functions!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Calculus
Differentiation
Product Rule

Formulas

Product Rule: (uv)' = u'v + uv'

Theorems

Product Rule for Derivatives

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 11-12 or Introductory Calculus