Math Problem Statement

Given two functions u and v, find the derivative of their product using the product rule.

Solution

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  1. uu and vv are functions: Likely an instruction that functions uu and vv are involved in some computation.
  2. Using the product rule: This suggests that the problem involves differentiation where the product rule is applicable.
  3. uv+uvu' \cdot v + u \cdot v': This appears to be the formula for the derivative of the product uvu \cdot v using the product rule, which states that the derivative of uvu \cdot v is given by uv+uvu' \cdot v + u \cdot v'.
  4. Example given as ddx(5x)=5x+x5\frac{d}{dx} (5x) = 5 \cdot x' + x \cdot 5'.

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Related Questions

  1. How do you find uu' and vv' when uu and vv are given explicitly?
  2. What is the chain rule, and how does it differ from the product rule?
  3. How do you apply the product rule to higher-order derivatives?
  4. Can the product rule be extended to more than two functions?
  5. How can the product rule be used in integration?

Tip

When using the product rule, remember that the order of differentiation matters: uv+uvu'v + uv' is specific to each function's role in the product.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Differentiation
Product Rule

Formulas

d(uv)/dx = u'v + uv'

Theorems

Product Rule for Differentiation

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 11-12