Math Problem Statement

Solve this derivative

Solution

To solve this limit, we'll compute the derivative of the function at the given point using the definition of a derivative. The expression provided is:

limh03(2+h)2+214h\lim_{{h \to 0}} \frac{{3(2 + h)^2 + 2 - 14}}{h}

Let's go through the steps to solve this:

  1. Expand the expression inside the limit:

    3(2+h)2+2143(2 + h)^2 + 2 - 14

  2. Simplify the numerator:

    3(4+4h+h2)+2143(4 + 4h + h^2) + 2 - 14

    12+12h+3h2+21412 + 12h + 3h^2 + 2 - 14

    12+12h+3h21212 + 12h + 3h^2 - 12

    12h+3h212h + 3h^2

  3. Factor out hh from the numerator:

    h(12+3h)h\frac{{h(12 + 3h)}}{h}

  4. Cancel the hh in the numerator and the denominator:

    limh0(12+3h)\lim_{{h \to 0}} (12 + 3h)

  5. Take the limit as hh approaches 0:

    12+3(0)=1212 + 3(0) = 12

Thus, the derivative of the function at the given point is 12\boxed{12}.

Would you like a more detailed explanation of any of these steps?

Further Questions:

  1. What is the definition of a derivative?
  2. How do you find the derivative of a polynomial function?
  3. Can you explain the power rule for differentiation?
  4. How does the chain rule apply in differentiation?
  5. What is the geometric interpretation of a derivative?
  6. What are the common rules for finding derivatives?
  7. Can derivatives be used to find the slope of a tangent line?
  8. What are higher-order derivatives?

Tip: When taking the derivative, always simplify the expression as much as possible before applying limit laws.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Limits
Derivatives
Polynomial Simplification

Formulas

Definition of a Derivative

Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 11-12