Learn how to expand a binomial to determine the derivative

The video tutorial explains the process of finding derivatives using the power rule. It begins with an introduction to derivatives and the importance of the power rule. The instructor then demonstrates how to simplify expressions and apply the power rule to find derivatives. The tutorial includes step-by-step calculations and emphasizes understanding the process to perform these operations mentally. The video concludes with a final derivative calculation and a discussion on the transition from function notation to derivative notation.

Describe the significance of converting from Y to dy in the context of derivatives.

What does the teacher mean by 'simplifying' before taking the derivative?