Differentiating with Arcsin: Help Needed

In summary, the conversation is about differentiating an equation with an arcsin and using the chain rule. The person is unsure about how to approach it and has spent several hours trying to figure it out. Another person offers assistance and confirms that the derivative is correct. The conversation ends with a request to view an image of the simplified equation.
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mlowery
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I need to differentiate D (the first equation). In this equation, there is an arcsin. I am not sure what to do about this. Well . . . just have a look:
http://www.mlowery.0nyx.com/differentiate.jpg"
If the browser says access denied, copy and paste the URL into a new browser window and it will work.
I do not know whether or not I used the chain rule correctly and I have never differentiated arcsin before.
Yes, this is part of my homework. But it is a small part of a larger project. I know exactly what I have to do to complete the project. I have just spent 3 hours attempting to differentiate this. Please do not assume I am simply trying to get a free answer.
 
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It looks good, perhaps you could simplify it a bit but your derivative seems correct :smile:
 
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Thanks. It took me a while to simplify, but here is is:
http://www.mlowery.0nyx.com/differentiate.jpg"

Once again, if access is denied, copy and paste the URL into a new browser.
 
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I can't see the image, it appears to be empty but...

[tex]y=arcsin(x)[/tex]
[tex]x=sin y[/tex]
[tex]\frac{dx}{dy}=cos y[/tex]
[tex]\frac{dy}{dx}=\frac{1}{ cos y}[/tex]
[tex]\frac{dy}{dx}=\frac {1}{\sqrt{1-sin^2 y}}[/tex]
[tex]\frac{dy}{dx}= \frac {1}{\sqrt{1-x^2}}[/tex]
 
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1. What is the formula for differentiating with Arcsin?

The formula for differentiating with Arcsin is:
d/dx (arcsin(x)) = 1 / sqrt(1-x^2)

2. How do you differentiate with Arcsin?

To differentiate with Arcsin, you need to use the formula:
d/dx (arcsin(x)) = 1 / sqrt(1-x^2).
First, identify the function you want to differentiate and determine if it is in the form of arcsin. Then, use the formula to find the derivative.

3. What is the derivative of Arcsin?

The derivative of Arcsin is 1 / sqrt(1-x^2).

4. What are the key steps for differentiating with Arcsin?

The key steps for differentiating with Arcsin are:
1. Identify the function you want to differentiate.
2. Determine if it is in the form of arcsin.
3. Use the formula d/dx (arcsin(x)) = 1 / sqrt(1-x^2).
4. Simplify the expression to find the derivative.

5. Can you provide an example of differentiating with Arcsin?

Yes, an example of differentiating with Arcsin is:
If y = arcsin(x), then d/dx (y) = 1 / sqrt(1-x^2).
So, if y = arcsin(2x), then d/dx (y) = 1 / sqrt(1-4x^2).

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