Math Problem Statement

1/lnx derivative

Solution

To find the derivative of the function f(x)=1ln(x)f(x) = \frac{1}{\ln(x)}, we can use the chain rule and quotient rule.

Steps:

  1. Write the function in a more convenient form:
    f(x)=(ln(x))1f(x) = (\ln(x))^{-1}

  2. Apply the chain rule:
    The derivative of (ln(x))1(\ln(x))^{-1} is: f(x)=(ln(x))2ddx[ln(x)]f'(x) = -(\ln(x))^{-2} \cdot \frac{d}{dx}[\ln(x)]

  3. The derivative of ln(x)\ln(x) is 1x\frac{1}{x}, so: f(x)=1x(ln(x))2f'(x) = -\frac{1}{x} \cdot (\ln(x))^{-2}

  4. Simplify the expression: f(x)=1x(ln(x))2f'(x) = -\frac{1}{x (\ln(x))^2}

Final Answer:

f(x)=1x(ln(x))2f'(x) = -\frac{1}{x (\ln(x))^2}

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Related Questions:

  1. What is the derivative of ln(x2+1)\ln(x^2 + 1)?
  2. How do you differentiate xln(x)x \ln(x)?
  3. What is the second derivative of 1ln(x)\frac{1}{\ln(x)}?
  4. Can you integrate 1ln(x)\frac{1}{\ln(x)}?
  5. How would you differentiate ln(sin(x))\ln(\sin(x))?

Tip:

When dealing with derivatives of logarithmic functions, always check if the chain rule applies for nested functions.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Calculus
Derivatives
Logarithmic Functions

Formulas

Derivative of ln(x)
Chain Rule
Quotient Rule

Theorems

Chain Rule
Quotient Rule

Suitable Grade Level

College Calculus or Advanced High School (Grades 11-12)