Math Problem Statement

Question number 1.

ddx(f(g(x)))

f′(g(x))⋅g′(x)

f(g(x))⋅g′(x)

f′(g′(x))

f(g′(x))⋅f′(x)

None of the above.

Solution

The correct derivative of the composition of two functions, f(g(x))f(g(x)), is found using the chain rule. The chain rule states:

ddx[f(g(x))]=f(g(x))g(x)\frac{d}{dx}[f(g(x))] = f'(g(x)) \cdot g'(x)

So the correct option is:

f(g(x))g(x)f'(g(x)) \cdot g'(x)

Thus, the correct answer is the first option:

f(g(x))g(x)f'(g(x)) \cdot g'(x)

Would you like more details on how the chain rule works, or any further clarification?


Here are 5 related questions to expand your understanding:

  1. How do you differentiate sin(x2)\sin(x^2) using the chain rule?
  2. What is the derivative of e3x2e^{3x^2}?
  3. How can you apply the chain rule to functions involving multiple compositions, like f(g(h(x)))f(g(h(x)))?
  4. What is the difference between the product rule and the chain rule in differentiation?
  5. How do you compute the derivative of ln(g(x))\ln(g(x))?

Tip: Always check the structure of the function before applying the chain rule—identify the outer and inner functions to avoid mistakes!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Calculus
Differentiation
Chain Rule

Formulas

d/dx[f(g(x))] = f'(g(x)) ⋅ g'(x)

Theorems

Chain Rule

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 11-12