Math Problem Statement

Differentiate the following function: y = 5x^(-11)

Solution

The function given in the image is:

y=5x11y = 5x^{-11}

To differentiate this function, we will use the power rule for differentiation. The power rule states that for a function of the form y=axny = ax^n, the derivative is given by:

dydx=anxn1\frac{dy}{dx} = a \cdot n \cdot x^{n-1}

Applying the power rule:

  1. The coefficient a=5a = 5,
  2. The exponent n=11n = -11.

Now, differentiate:

y=5(11)x111=55x12y' = 5 \cdot (-11) \cdot x^{-11 - 1} = -55x^{-12}

Thus, the derivative is:

y=55x12y' = -55x^{-12}

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Here are five related questions for practice:

  1. Differentiate y=3x4y = 3x^{-4}.
  2. What is the derivative of y=7x5y = 7x^5?
  3. How do you find the derivative of y=x2y = x^{-2}?
  4. Differentiate y=6x3y = -6x^{3}.
  5. What is the derivative of y=4x10y = 4x^{-10}?

Tip: The power rule is a quick method to differentiate terms where the variable xx is raised to a constant power.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Calculus
Differentiation
Power Rule

Formulas

Power Rule for differentiation: d/dx (x^n) = n * x^(n-1)

Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 11-12