Concept explainers
Differentiate.
To find: The differentiation of the function
Answer to Problem 5E
The differentiation of the function
Explanation of Solution
Given:
The function
Derivative rules:
(1) Quotient Rule: If
(2) Power rule:
(3) Derivative of exponential function:
Calculation:
The derivative of the function is
Substitute x for
Apply the derivative rule (3) and the power rule (2),
Therefore, the differentiation of the function
Chapter 3 Solutions
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