Math Problem Statement

Why times by 1/2

Why times by 1/2

Solution

In this problem, we’re asked to find g(0)g'(0) using the information provided. Here’s a breakdown of the solution and why we end up multiplying by 12\frac{1}{2}.

Given Information and Setup

  1. We know that f(g(x))=arctan(1x)f(g(x)) = \arctan(1 - x).
  2. To find g(0)g'(0), we use the chain rule, differentiating both sides of f(g(x))=arctan(1x)f(g(x)) = \arctan(1 - x) with respect to xx.

Differentiating Using the Chain Rule

Differentiating f(g(x))=arctan(1x)f(g(x)) = \arctan(1 - x) with respect to xx gives: f(g(x))g(x)=11+(1x)2f'(g(x)) \cdot g'(x) = \frac{-1}{1 + (1 - x)^2}

Evaluating at x=0x = 0

When x=0x = 0, we have:

  • g(0)=3.1g(0) = 3.1 (given),
  • Therefore, f(g(0))=arctan(1)=π4f(g(0)) = \arctan(1) = \frac{\pi}{4}, confirming the setup.

Now, plug x=0x = 0 into the differentiated equation: f(g(0))g(0)=11+(10)2=11+1=12f'(g(0)) \cdot g'(0) = \frac{-1}{1 + (1 - 0)^2} = \frac{-1}{1 + 1} = -\frac{1}{2}

Solving for g(0)g'(0)

From the graph of f(x)f(x), we can observe or calculate that f(3.1)=12f'(3.1) = -\frac{1}{2}. Substitute this into the equation: 12g(0)=12-\frac{1}{2} \cdot g'(0) = -\frac{1}{2}

To isolate g(0)g'(0), divide both sides by 12-\frac{1}{2}: g(0)=1212=1g'(0) = \frac{-\frac{1}{2}}{-\frac{1}{2}} = 1

However, upon checking the options provided, there seems to be an inconsistency with this derivation and the provided answer choices. This indicates a possible interpretation or graph-checking error.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Calculus
Differentiation
Chain Rule

Formulas

f(g(x)) = arctan(1 - x)
f'(g(x)) * g'(x) = -1 / (1 + (1 - x)^2)

Theorems

Chain Rule

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 11-12