Math Problem Statement

f(x) = x sin(x), find f'(x)

Solution

The function provided is f(x)=xsin(x)f(x) = x \sin(x). We are asked to find the derivative f(x)f'(x).

To find the derivative, we will use the product rule, which states:

(fg)=fg+fg(fg)' = f'g + fg'

In this case:

  • f(x)=xf(x) = x
  • g(x)=sin(x)g(x) = \sin(x)

Let's apply the product rule:

  1. The derivative of f(x)=xf(x) = x is f(x)=1f'(x) = 1.
  2. The derivative of g(x)=sin(x)g(x) = \sin(x) is g(x)=cos(x)g'(x) = \cos(x).

Now applying the product rule:

f(x)=(x)sin(x)+x(sin(x))f'(x) = (x)' \sin(x) + x (\sin(x))'

f(x)=1sin(x)+xcos(x)f'(x) = 1 \cdot \sin(x) + x \cdot \cos(x)

f(x)=sin(x)+xcos(x)f'(x) = \sin(x) + x \cos(x)

Thus, the derivative is:

f(x)=sin(x)+xcos(x)f'(x) = \sin(x) + x \cos(x)

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Here are 5 related questions to expand your understanding:

  1. How would the derivative change if the function was f(x)=x2sin(x)f(x) = x^2 \sin(x)?
  2. Can you apply the product rule to f(x)=xcos(x)f(x) = x \cos(x)?
  3. How do you find the second derivative of f(x)=xsin(x)f(x) = x \sin(x)?
  4. How does the chain rule apply to trigonometric functions like sin(x)\sin(x)?
  5. What is the general form of the product rule for three functions?

Tip: The product rule is essential when differentiating the product of two functions. Always identify the two parts and apply the rule carefully!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Differentiation
Product Rule
Trigonometric Functions

Formulas

Product Rule: (fg)' = f'g + fg'
Derivative of sin(x): (sin(x))' = cos(x)

Theorems

Product Rule

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 11-12