How do I simplify f'(x) into the form -((x+c)/(mx+n))^p?

In summary, "another inverse trig function" refers to any trigonometric function used to find the inverse of a specific trigonometric ratio. The purpose of these functions is to find the angle measure associated with a ratio, and they differ from regular trig functions in that the input and output are reversed. Some common inverse trig functions include arcsin, arccos, and arctan, and they are used in various fields such as science, engineering, and practical applications like surveying and navigation.
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Let f(x) = sqrt(49-x^2) + 7arccos(x/7).

Then f'(x) can be written in the simplified form -((x+c)/(mx+n))^p

What are the values of c, m, n and p?

So far what I got in simplified form is (-x-7)/sqrt(49-x^2)


How can I make my simplified form into that simplified form?
 
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Hi shiri! :smile:

(try using the X2 tag just above the Reply box :wink:)

Hint: 49 - x2 = (7 + x)(7 - x) :smile:
 

What is "another inverse trig function"?

"Another inverse trig function" refers to any trigonometric function that can be used to find the inverse of a specific trigonometric ratio, such as sine, cosine, or tangent. These functions are typically denoted by "arcsin," "arccos," or "arctan," respectively.

What is the purpose of inverse trig functions?

The purpose of inverse trig functions is to find the angle measure associated with a specific trigonometric ratio. For example, if we know that the sine of an angle is 0.5, we can use the inverse sine function to find the angle itself, which in this case would be 30 degrees.

How is an inverse trig function different from a regular trig function?

The main difference between an inverse trig function and a regular trig function is that the input and output are reversed. In a regular trig function, the input is an angle and the output is a ratio, whereas in an inverse trig function, the input is a ratio and the output is an angle.

What are some common inverse trig functions?

Some common inverse trig functions include arcsin (inverse sine), arccos (inverse cosine), and arctan (inverse tangent). Other less common inverse trig functions include arccsc (inverse cosecant), arcsec (inverse secant), and arccot (inverse cotangent).

How are inverse trig functions used in real life?

Inverse trig functions are used in various fields of science and engineering, such as physics, astronomy, and navigation. They are also used in practical applications, such as calculating the angle of elevation or depression in surveying, or finding the distance between two points using trigonometric ratios.

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