Math Problem Statement

Problem

Find [\dfrac{d}{dx}(8\cdot3^x)].

Choose 1 answer:

Choose 1 answer:

(Choice A)

[8\cdot 3^x\ln(3)]

A

[8\cdot 3^x\ln(3)]

(Choice B)

[8\cdot 3^{x-1}]

B

[8\cdot 3^{x-1}]

(Choice C)

[8\cdot 3^x\ln(x)]

C

[8\cdot 3^x\ln(x)]

(Choice D)

[8\cdot 3^x\log_3(x)]

D

[8\cdot 3^x\log_3(x)]

Solution

To solve the problem ddx(83x)\frac{d}{dx}(8 \cdot 3^x), we need to use the rule for differentiating exponential functions.

Step-by-Step Solution:

  1. Recall the derivative of an exponential function: ddx(ax)=axln(a)\frac{d}{dx} \left( a^x \right) = a^x \ln(a) where aa is a constant.

  2. Apply the derivative rule: Here, a=3a = 3, so: ddx(3x)=3xln(3)\frac{d}{dx} \left( 3^x \right) = 3^x \ln(3)

  3. Include the constant factor 88: Since 88 is a constant, it remains in the derivative: ddx(83x)=8ddx(3x)=83xln(3)\frac{d}{dx} \left( 8 \cdot 3^x \right) = 8 \cdot \frac{d}{dx} \left( 3^x \right) = 8 \cdot 3^x \ln(3)

The correct answer is: (A) 83xln(3)\textbf{(A) } 8\cdot 3^x\ln(3)

Would you like more details on this solution, or do you have any questions?

Here are some related questions you might find interesting:

  1. How do you differentiate a function of the form axa^x where aa is a constant?
  2. What is the general rule for differentiating logarithmic functions?
  3. How does the derivative of a product involving a constant work?
  4. Can you explain why the natural logarithm ln(a)\ln(a) appears in the derivative of axa^x?
  5. What happens when you differentiate an exponential function with a variable base, like xxx^x?

Tip: Remember that the natural logarithm ln(a)\ln(a) plays a crucial role when differentiating exponential functions with a base other than ee.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Differentiation
Exponential Functions
Natural Logarithm

Formulas

Derivative of exponential function: d/dx(a^x) = a^x * ln(a)

Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Advanced High School