Math Problem Statement
Consider the following.
y = ln(x5), (1, 0)
(a)
Find y ′.
Solution
To find (the derivative of with respect to ), given the function and the point , we'll proceed as follows:
Step 1: Simplify the logarithmic expression
We can use the logarithm power rule:
Step 2: Differentiate the function
Now, differentiate with respect to : [ y' = \frac{d}{dx}[5\ln(x)] = 5 \cdot \frac{d}{dx}[\ln(x)] ]
Step 3: Evaluate the derivative at the given point
We are asked to find the derivative at the point . Since at this point:
So, the derivative at the point is:
Would you like to explore any more details or have additional questions? Here are some related questions to consider:
- How does the power rule for logarithms work?
- What is the derivative of a natural logarithm function?
- How do you interpret the derivative of a logarithmic function?
- How do you apply the derivative at a specific point?
- What are the properties of logarithmic functions?
Tip: When differentiating functions involving logarithms, it's often helpful to simplify the logarithmic expression using the logarithm rules before differentiating. This can make the derivative much easier to compute.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Logarithmic Functions
Derivatives
Formulas
Logarithm Power Rule
Derivative of Natural Logarithm
Theorems
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Suitable Grade Level
Grades 11-12