The discussion revolves around a problem related to derivatives, specifically the calculation of dy/dx and the potential involvement of dy/dt. Participants are attempting to clarify their understanding of the differentiation process and the appropriate variables to use.
The discussion is ongoing, with participants expressing confusion and seeking further information about the problem setup and differentiation. There is no clear consensus, but there are indications of productive questioning regarding the differentiation with respect to the correct variable.
Some participants mention the possibility of variables of t remaining in the equation, suggesting that the problem may involve multiple variables or require specific attention to the context of differentiation.
brambleberry said:The Attempt at a Solution
I took the derivative first and got dy/dx = 2 - 1/x. I then substituted and got the answer 1. I'm confused if I was supposed to use dy/dt at all during this problem, and I don't know if I took the right steps.
Please tell us what the problem is! What did you differentiate to get dy/dx? This makes no sense at all.brambleberry said:The Attempt at a Solution
I took the derivative first and got dy/dx = 2 - 1/x. I then substituted and got the answer 1. I'm confused if I was supposed to use dy/dt at all during this problem, and I don't know if I took the right steps.
brambleberry said:The Attempt at a Solution
I took the derivative first and got dy/dx = 2 - 1/x. I then substituted and got the answer 1. I'm confused if I was supposed to use dy/dt at all during this problem, and I don't know if I took the right steps.