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How do we use the Chain-rule when differentiating?

The Chain-rule is used to differentiate a function of a function. Running through an example:Let's say want to differentiate the function y = (2x+1)^3. We can substitute a variable, w, in order to differe...

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Answered by Hira R. Maths tutor
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How do I show two vectors are perpendicular?

Vectors can describe a line of particular length ("magnitude") and direction. The angle x between two vectors a and b can be found using the formula a.b...

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Answered by Sarah A. Maths tutor
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Differentiate 2x^3 - xy^2 - 4

Differentiate the first term 2x3 as normal by multiplying the coefficient of x by the power and subtracting the power by 1 to get 6x2 . For the next term you have to use the product rule as you...

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Answered by Elena V. Maths tutor
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Express 4x/(x^2-9)-2/(x+3) as a single fraction in its simplest form

4x/(x2-9)-2/(x+3) = 4x/((x+3)(x-3))-2/(x+3) = 4x/((x+3)(x-3))-2(x-3)/((x+3)(x-3)) = (4x-2(x-3))/((x+3)(x-3)) = (2x+6)/((x+3)(x-3) = (2(x+3))/((x+3)(x-3)) = 2/(x-3)

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Answered by Charles S. Maths tutor
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Find the equation of the normal to the curve y=2x^3 at the point on the curve where x=2. Write in the form of ax+by=c.

For x = 2, y = 16. Calculate the gradient of the curve at y = 2, dy/dx = 6x^2, dy/dx = 24. This is also the gradient of the tangent to the curve at x = 2. It is a rule that the products of the gradients o...

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Answered by Maddy L. Maths tutor
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