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The discussion centers on solving the calculus problem involving the derivative of the function g(x) = xf(x). The user successfully demonstrates that g'(x) = xf'(x) + f(x) by applying the definition of a derivative. The definition states that the derivative of a function f at a point a is given by the limit of the difference quotient as h approaches zero. This method confirms the relationship between the derivatives of f and g, providing a clear solution to the problem posed.

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If you can work this out please try and reply to it before friday the 10th!



#1: If f is a differentiable function and g(x) = xf(x), use the
definition of a derivative to show that g'(x)(g prime of x) =
xf'(x)+f(x)(xf prime of x plus f of x).

Definition of a Derivative:

The Derivative of a function f at a number a, denoted by
f'(a) (f prime of a), is:

Lim f(a + h) - f(a)
x -> 0 --------------
h​
 
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Apply the definition directly to g(x).
 
Thanks a lot, I found/got the right answer
 

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