To find $f''(x)$ for the function $f(x) = \frac{4x}{x^2 + 4}$, we’ll first calculate $f'(x)$ and then differentiate it once more.

Step 1: Finding $f'(x)$

The function $f(x) = \frac{4x}{x^2 + 4}$ is a quotient, so we apply the quotient rule: $f'(x) = \frac{(g'(x) \cdot h(x) - g(x) \cdot h'(x))}{(h(x))^2}$ where $g(x) = 4x$ and $h(x) = x^2 + 4$.

1. Differentiate $g(x)$: $g'(x) = 4$

2. Differentiate $h(x)$: $h'(x) = 2x$

3. Apply the quotient rule: $f'(x) = \frac{(4)(x^2 + 4) - (4x)(2x)}{(x^2 + 4)^2}$

4. Simplify the expression: Expanding and simplifying: $f'(x) = \frac{4x^2 + 16 - 8x^2}{(x^2 + 4)^2} = \frac{-4x^2 + 16}{(x^2 + 4)^2} = \frac{-4(x^2 - 4)}{(x^2 + 4)^2} = \frac{-4(x + 2)(x - 2)}{(x^2 + 4)^2}$

Step 2: Finding $f''(x)$

Now, differentiate $f'(x)$ to obtain $f''(x)$. This will require the quotient rule again.

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Here are some related questions that might help expand your understanding:

1. How does the quotient rule work in general, and why is it useful here?
2. What is the purpose of finding the second derivative in mathematical analysis?
3. Can we simplify $f(x)$ or its derivatives in any other way?
4. How does the second derivative relate to the concavity of $f(x)$?
5. What are some applications of higher-order derivatives like $f''(x)$?

Tip: Always simplify expressions as much as possible after applying rules like the quotient rule; it can make further differentiation easier.