Differentiation of a product check

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The discussion focuses on the differentiation of the function s = 8sin(125t)e^-7t with respect to time t. The user correctly identifies u and v for the product rule, calculating du/dt and dv/dt accurately. The final expression for ds/dt combines these derivatives using the product rule. The user seeks confirmation on the correctness of their final answer and any potential errors in their calculations. Overall, the thread emphasizes the application of differentiation techniques in solving the problem.
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Homework Statement



s = 8sin(125t)e^-7t

Where the value of t is unknown

The Attempt at a Solution



u = 8sin(125t) du/dt = 1000cos(125t)

v = e^-7t dv/dt = -7e^-7t

ds/dt = v*du/dt + u*dv/dt

= (e^-7t * 1000cos(125t)) + (8sin(125t) * -7e^-7t)

Just need to know if my final answer is correct and if not where I have gone wrong. Thanks for any help that may be coming my way
 
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