MHB Differentiation Help: Find 2nd Derivative
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To find the second derivative of the function L(λ) = λ^150 e^(-3λ), the first derivative is calculated as L'(λ) = 150λ^149 e^(-3λ) - 3λ^150 e^(-3λ), which simplifies to L'(λ) = 3λ^149 e^(-3λ)(50 - λ). The discussion emphasizes applying the product rule for derivatives, specifically stating that if L' = uvw, then the second derivative L'' can be found using the formula L'' = u'vw + uv'w + uvw'. Participants are encouraged to apply this method to compute L''. The thread focuses on the correct application of differentiation techniques for complex functions.
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