Math Problem Statement

derivatives of logarithmic function

Find the derivative of g(t) = ln(3 + t^2).

Solution

The given function is g(t)=ln(3+t2)g(t) = \ln(3 + t^2).

To find the derivative g(t)g'(t), we'll use the chain rule and the derivative of the natural logarithm function. The derivative of ln(u)\ln(u) is 1uu(t)\frac{1}{u} \cdot u'(t), where u=3+t2u = 3 + t^2.

Steps:

  1. Set u=3+t2u = 3 + t^2.
  2. The derivative of uu with respect to tt is ddt(3+t2)=2t\frac{d}{dt}(3 + t^2) = 2t.
  3. Now, applying the chain rule: g(t)=13+t22tg'(t) = \frac{1}{3 + t^2} \cdot 2t
  4. Simplify the result: g(t)=2t3+t2g'(t) = \frac{2t}{3 + t^2}

Thus, the derivative of g(t)g(t) is: g(t)=2t3+t2g'(t) = \frac{2t}{3 + t^2}

Would you like more details on any part of this? Here are some additional related questions:

  1. What is the chain rule, and how does it apply here?
  2. Can you explain the derivative of a logarithmic function more generally?
  3. How would you apply this result in a specific problem, like finding critical points?
  4. How does this derivative behave as tt \to \infty?
  5. What happens to g(t)g'(t) when t=0t = 0?

Tip:

When differentiating functions inside a logarithm, always remember to apply the chain rule correctly by multiplying by the derivative of the inner function.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Calculus
Logarithmic Differentiation
Chain Rule

Formulas

g(t) = ln(3 + t^2)
Derivative of ln(u) = 1/u * du/dt

Theorems

Chain Rule

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 11-12 or early university