Math Problem Statement

Find the derivative of the function x*f(x) at x=1 using the table of values for f(x) and f'(x).

Solution

The question asks to find the derivative of xf(x)xf(x) with respect to xx at x=1x = 1, using the given table.

Problem Setup:

We need to compute: ddx[xf(x)]x=1\frac{d}{dx} \left[ x f(x) \right] \bigg|_{x=1} This requires the product rule for differentiation: ddx[xf(x)]=f(x)+xf(x)\frac{d}{dx} \left[ x f(x) \right] = f(x) + x f'(x) Now, substitute x=1x = 1 into this expression.

Step-by-Step Solution:

  1. From the table:

    • f(1)=2f(1) = 2
    • f(1)=3f'(1) = 3
  2. Apply the product rule: ddx[xf(x)]=f(x)+xf(x)\frac{d}{dx} \left[ x f(x) \right] = f(x) + x f'(x)

    At x=1x = 1, this becomes: f(1)+1f(1)=2+13=2+3=5f(1) + 1 \cdot f'(1) = 2 + 1 \cdot 3 = 2 + 3 = 5

Thus, the derivative of xf(x)xf(x) at x=1x = 1 is 5.

Would you like any further details or explanations? Here are 5 related questions to explore:

  1. What is the product rule for differentiation in general?
  2. How would you apply the quotient rule for a similar problem?
  3. Can you find the second derivative of xf(x)x f(x) at x=1x = 1?
  4. What is the interpretation of f(x)f'(x) in this context?
  5. How does changing the value of f(1)f'(1) affect the final result?

Tip: Always check the differentiation rule being applied (product, chain, quotient) based on the structure of the function.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Differentiation
Product Rule

Formulas

d/dx [x f(x)] = f(x) + x f'(x)

Theorems

Product Rule for Differentiation

Suitable Grade Level

Grade 11-12 (High School Calculus)