Math Problem Statement
derivative
Solution
To find the derivative of the function given in the image:
We need to apply the appropriate rules of differentiation to each term individually. Let's calculate the derivatives of each term.
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For the first term, , we can rewrite it as . Using the power rule for differentiation, , the derivative is:
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For the second term, , we can rewrite it as . Using the power rule again, the derivative is:
Therefore, combining these derivatives, the derivative of the function is:
Which can be written as:
If you have any questions or need further details on any of the steps, feel free to ask! Here are some follow-up topics you might consider:
- How to simplify the expression of the derivative further if possible.
- How to evaluate the derivative at a specific value of .
- The importance of understanding different forms of exponents when differentiating.
- How to graph the original function and its derivative to visualize their behaviors.
- How the behavior of the derivative reflects on the increasing or decreasing nature of the original function.
Tip: When differentiating expressions involving roots and powers, it’s useful to first rewrite them in exponential form using rational exponents to simplify differentiation using the power rule.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Differentiation
Power Rule
Rational Exponents
Formulas
d/dt [t^n] = n * t^(n-1)
u = ∛(t²) + 2√(t³) can be rewritten as u = t^(2/3) + 2t^(3/2)
Theorems
Power Rule of Differentiation
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 11-12 (Calculus I)