Math Problem Statement

Find the derivative

Find the derivative of p(q) = -π/3 * √q^3.

Solution

The derivative of the given function p(q)=π3q3p(q) = -\frac{\pi}{3} \sqrt{q^3} is:

p(q)=πq32qp'(q) = -\frac{\pi \sqrt{q^3}}{2q}

This expression simplifies to:

p(q)=π2qp'(q) = -\frac{\pi}{2} \sqrt{q}

Thus, the correct answer is:

p(q)=π2qp'(q) = -\frac{\pi}{2} \sqrt{q}

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Here are some related questions:

  1. How do you find the derivative of a power of qq?
  2. What rule is used when differentiating square roots?
  3. What is the derivative of q3\sqrt{q^3} in detail?
  4. How do constants like π\pi affect differentiation?
  5. How does simplification affect the final derivative expression?

Tip: When differentiating a square root, rewrite it as an exponent to make it easier (i.e., q=q1/2\sqrt{q} = q^{1/2}).

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Differentiation
Square Roots
Exponent Rules

Formulas

d/dx(√x) = 1/(2√x)
d/dx(x^n) = n*x^(n-1)

Theorems

Power Rule
Chain Rule

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 11-12