Math Problem Statement

if f(x) = x + 5 and g(x) = x ^ 2 - 3 what will d(f(x)) be?

Solution

To find d(f(x))d(f(x)), we need to compute the derivative of f(x)=x+5f(x) = x + 5.

Solution:

  1. The function f(x)=x+5f(x) = x + 5 is a simple linear function.
  2. The derivative of f(x)f(x) with respect to xx, denoted f(x)f'(x) or d(f(x))d(f(x)), is obtained by differentiating each term: f(x)=ddx(x)+ddx(5)f'(x) = \frac{d}{dx}(x) + \frac{d}{dx}(5)
  3. Since the derivative of xx is 11 and the derivative of a constant 55 is 00, we get: f(x)=1f'(x) = 1

So, d(f(x))=1d(f(x)) = 1.

Would you like details on differentiating g(x)g(x) as well, or have any other questions?


Here are some related questions that explore similar ideas:

  1. What is the derivative of g(x)=x23g(x) = x^2 - 3?
  2. How would you find the derivative of a product of f(x)f(x) and g(x)g(x)?
  3. What is the second derivative of f(x)=x+5f(x) = x + 5?
  4. How do you find the derivative of a composite function like h(x)=f(g(x))h(x) = f(g(x))?
  5. If f(x)=x+5f(x) = x + 5 and g(x)=x23g(x) = x^2 - 3, what is f(g(x))f'(g(x))?

Tip: The derivative of a constant is always zero, simplifying calculations for functions involving constants.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Calculus
Derivatives
Linear Functions

Formulas

Derivative of a constant is 0
Derivative of f(x) = x + 5

Theorems

Power Rule for Derivatives
Constant Rule for Derivatives

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 11-12