Understanding Derivatives and Differentiation

Understanding Derivatives and Differentiation

Assessment

Interactive Video

Mathematics

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Mia Campbell

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The video tutorial explains how to find the derivative of a function using differentiation formulas. It introduces the variables and constants involved, derives U Prime, and calculates the final derivative. The tutorial concludes with the final result, providing a clear understanding of the process.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the initial function for which we need to find the derivative?

f(x) = 6 * 5^x

f(x) = 6 * x^5

f(x) = 5 * x^6

f(x) = 5 * 6^x

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the value of 'a' in the differentiation formula used?

5

12

6

x

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How is U' (U prime) expressed in terms of x?

12x^2

12x^-2

1/2x

x^12

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the simplified form of the derivative of the function?

3 * 5^x

6 * 5^x

6 * natural log 5 * 5^x

3 * natural log 5 * 5^x

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the final result of the derivative expressed as?

FR Prime of x = 3 * natural log 5 * 5^x

FR Prime of x = 6 * natural log 5 * 5^x

FR Prime of x = 6 * 5^x

FR Prime of x = 3 * 5^x