Math Problem Statement

Find the derivative for the given function. Write your answer using positive and negative exponents and fractional exponents instead of radicals.

h(x)=(5x−3−5x+8)13−9x−3+6x+4

Solution

We are asked to find the derivative of the function:

h(x)=(5x35x+8)139x3+6x4h(x) = \left( 5x - 3 - 5x + 8 \right)^{\frac{1}{3}} - 9x^{-3} + 6x^4

Step 1: Simplify the function

We can simplify the terms inside the first expression:

5x35x+8=55x - 3 - 5x + 8 = 5

Thus, the function simplifies to:

h(x)=5139x3+6x4h(x) = 5^{\frac{1}{3}} - 9x^{-3} + 6x^4

Since 5135^{\frac{1}{3}} is a constant, its derivative will be zero.

Step 2: Differentiate the remaining terms

Now we differentiate term by term:

  1. ddx(513)=0\frac{d}{dx}\left( 5^{\frac{1}{3}} \right) = 0 because the derivative of a constant is zero.
  2. ddx(9x3)=9(3)x31=27x4\frac{d}{dx}\left( -9x^{-3} \right) = -9 \cdot (-3) x^{-3-1} = 27x^{-4}
  3. ddx(6x4)=64x41=24x3\frac{d}{dx}\left( 6x^4 \right) = 6 \cdot 4x^{4-1} = 24x^3

Step 3: Combine the results

The derivative of h(x)h(x) is:

h(x)=27x4+24x3h'(x) = 27x^{-4} + 24x^3

Final Answer:

h(x)=27x4+24x3h'(x) = 27x^{-4} + 24x^3

Would you like further details or have any questions?

Here are 5 related questions:

  1. How do you differentiate terms with negative exponents?
  2. What happens when differentiating a constant?
  3. How do you simplify a function before differentiating?
  4. How would the derivative change if the power was a fraction less than 1?
  5. Can you differentiate a function that includes radicals in a different way?

Tip: Always simplify the expression before taking the derivative, as it can make the process easier.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Calculus
Derivatives
Exponents
Simplification

Formulas

Power rule: d/dx [x^n] = nx^(n-1)
Derivative of a constant = 0

Theorems

Power Rule
Derivative of Constant Rule

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 10-12