Math Problem Statement
Solution
The problem is asking for the equation of the tangent line to the graph of the function at the point .
Steps to solve:
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Find the derivative (slope of the tangent line) using the quotient rule, which is: Here, and .
Compute:
Applying the quotient rule: Simplify:
= \frac{4x + 6 - 4x + 6}{(2x + 3)^2} = \frac{12}{(2x + 3)^2}$$ -
Evaluate the slope at :
The slope of the tangent line at is .
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Use the point-slope form of the line equation: where , , and .
Substitute:
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Solve for :
Thus, the equation of the tangent line is:
The correct option is the first one:
Would you like further details on any of these steps?
Here are 5 related questions for practice:
- How do you use the quotient rule in differentiation?
- What is the formula for the point-slope form of a line?
- How do you calculate the derivative of a rational function?
- Why is the slope of a tangent line equal to the derivative at a point?
- How can you find the tangent line for more complex functions?
Tip: The quotient rule is key when differentiating functions expressed as one function divided by another!
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Calculus
Quotient Rule
Tangent Line
Derivatives
Formulas
Quotient Rule: (f'(x)g(x) - f(x)g'(x)) / g(x)^2
Point-Slope Form: y - y1 = m(x - x1)
Theorems
Quotient Rule for Differentiation
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 11-12 (or Calculus Level)