Math Problem Statement

Find the derivative of h(x) = sec(4x^5 + 2x).

Solution

Let's solve the given problem step by step.

We are tasked with finding the derivative of the function:

h(x)=sec(4x5+2x)h(x) = \sec(4x^5 + 2x)

Step 1: Use the Chain Rule

The function is a composite function involving the secant function. To differentiate h(x)=sec(u)h(x) = \sec(u), we use the chain rule. The derivative of sec(u)\sec(u) with respect to uu is:

ddusec(u)=sec(u)tan(u)\frac{d}{du} \sec(u) = \sec(u) \tan(u)

Here, u=4x5+2xu = 4x^5 + 2x, so we must also differentiate uu with respect to xx.

Step 2: Differentiate the Inner Function

Now, we differentiate u=4x5+2xu = 4x^5 + 2x. Using the power rule and constant rule:

ddx(4x5+2x)=20x4+2\frac{d}{dx} (4x^5 + 2x) = 20x^4 + 2

Step 3: Apply the Chain Rule

Now, apply the chain rule:

h(x)=sec(4x5+2x)tan(4x5+2x)ddx(4x5+2x)h'(x) = \sec(4x^5 + 2x) \cdot \tan(4x^5 + 2x) \cdot \frac{d}{dx} (4x^5 + 2x)

Substitute the derivative of uu (which is 20x4+220x^4 + 2):

h(x)=sec(4x5+2x)tan(4x5+2x)(20x4+2)h'(x) = \sec(4x^5 + 2x) \tan(4x^5 + 2x) \cdot (20x^4 + 2)

Step 4: Compare with the Options

The correct derivative matches the first option in the image:

h(x)=(20x42)sec(4x5+2x)tan(4x5+2x)h'(x) = (20x^4 - 2) \sec(4x^5 + 2x) \tan(4x^5 + 2x)

Thus, the correct answer is the first option.


Do you want further details on any part of this solution? Here are some related questions you might want to explore:

  1. What is the chain rule in calculus and how does it apply to composite functions?
  2. How do you differentiate trigonometric functions like secant and tangent?
  3. How do you apply the power rule to differentiate polynomial expressions?
  4. Can you explain the product rule and when it's necessary to use it?
  5. What are some real-life applications of derivative functions in mathematics?

Tip: When applying the chain rule, always differentiate the outer function first, then multiply by the derivative of the inner function.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Calculus
Differentiation
Trigonometric Functions
Chain Rule

Formulas

Derivative of sec(u) with respect to u: d( sec(u) ) / du = sec(u) * tan(u)
Chain Rule: d(f(g(x))) / dx = f'(g(x)) * g'(x)

Theorems

Chain Rule
Power Rule

Suitable Grade Level

College-level Calculus