Math Problem Statement
Differentiate e^x cos^4x for nth derivative
Solution
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Differentiation
Trigonometric Functions
Exponential Functions
Nth Derivative
Formulas
Product Rule: (fg)' = f'g + fg'
Chain Rule: d/dx[f(g(x))] = f'(g(x)) * g'(x)
Derivative of cos^n(x): d/dx[cos^n(x)] = -n * cos^(n-1)(x) * sin(x)
Theorems
Leibniz Rule for the nth Derivative of a Product
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 11-12 and above