Math Problem Statement
Solution
We are asked to find the equation of the tangent line to the curve at the point where and the slope of the tangent line is given as .
Steps:
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Tangent line equation form: The general equation of the tangent line at a point is: where is the slope of the tangent line at .
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Given slope: The slope at is provided as .
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Find : We need the value of the function at :
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Substitute values into the tangent line equation: Using , , and , we substitute into the tangent line formula:
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Simplify the equation: Distribute the slope on the right-hand side: Add to both sides to solve for : To combine and , convert to have a denominator of 25: [ \frac{1}{10} = \frac{2.5}{25} = \frac{5}{50}
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Calculus
Derivative
Tangent Line
Formulas
Tangent line equation: y - f(a) = m(x - a)
Theorems
Derivative as the slope of the tangent line
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 11-12
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