Math Problem Statement

find the derivative

Solution

To find the derivative of the function

y=4ln(x+5)x2,y = \frac{4 \ln(x+5)}{x^2},

we'll use the quotient rule. The quotient rule states that if you have a function y=u(x)v(x)y = \frac{u(x)}{v(x)}, then the derivative yy' is given by:

y=uvuvv2.y' = \frac{u'v - uv'}{v^2}.

Here, u(x)=4ln(x+5)u(x) = 4 \ln(x+5) and v(x)=x2v(x) = x^2.

First, we find the derivatives u(x)u'(x) and v(x)v'(x):

  1. u(x)=4ln(x+5)u(x) = 4 \ln(x+5) u(x)=41x+5ddx(x+5)=4x+5.u'(x) = 4 \cdot \frac{1}{x+5} \cdot \frac{d}{dx}(x+5) = \frac{4}{x+5}.

  2. v(x)=x2v(x) = x^2 v(x)=2x.v'(x) = 2x.

Now, applying the quotient rule:

y=(4x+5)x2(4ln(x+5))(2x)(x2)2.y' = \frac{\left(\frac{4}{x+5}\right) x^2 - (4 \ln(x+5)) (2x)}{(x^2)^2}.

Simplify the numerator and denominator:

y=4x2x+58xln(x+5)x4.y' = \frac{4x^2}{x+5} - \frac{8x \ln(x+5)}{x^4}.

Combine the terms:

y=4x28x(x+5)ln(x+5)x4(x+5).y' = \frac{4x^2 - 8x(x+5)\ln(x+5)}{x^4(x+5)}.

Finally, simplify if possible:

y=4x8(x+5)ln(x+5)x3(x+5).y' = \frac{4x - 8(x+5)\ln(x+5)}{x^3(x+5)}.

Thus, the derivative of the function y=4ln(x+5)x2y = \frac{4 \ln(x+5)}{x^2} is:

y=4x8(x+5)ln(x+5)x3(x+5).y' = \frac{4x - 8(x+5)\ln(x+5)}{x^3(x+5)}.

Do you want further details or have any questions?

Here are some questions you might ask next:

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  3. What are common applications of derivatives in real life?
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  5. What is implicit differentiation and when is it used?

Tip: When working with logarithmic functions, remember the properties of logarithms to simplify derivatives and integrals.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Calculus
Derivatives
Quotient Rule
Logarithmic Functions

Formulas

Quotient rule for derivatives

Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Undergraduate level