what is the first derivative of sec^2x?

bill nye scienceguy!

i know that d(sec ax)dx = a tan ax sec ax... help?

Curious3141

Apply chain rule. Specifically, [tex]\frac{d}{dx}{(f(x))}^2 = 2f'(x)f(x)[/tex]

bill nye scienceguy!

duh *slaps forehead* thanks!

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bill nye scienceguy!	what is the first derivative of sec^2x? Tweet i know that d(sec ax)dx = a tan ax sec ax... help?

Curious3141 Recognitions: Homework Help	Apply chain rule. Specifically, [tex]\frac{d}{dx}{(f(x))}^2 = 2f'(x)f(x)[/tex]