Double derivative of a quotient

In summary, the formula for finding the double derivative of a quotient is (f''(x)g(x) - 2f'(x)g'(x) + f(x)g''(x)) / (g(x))^3. It is used to find the rate of change of the rate of change of a quotient function and can be simplified by expanding and canceling common factors. The double derivative also tells us about the concavity and inflection points of the original function, and can be represented graphically as the curvature of the graph. A positive double derivative indicates a concave-up curve, while a negative double derivative indicates a concave-down curve.
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Find d^2y/dx^2 when dy/dx = (3x^2 - 24x - 45) ÷ 2y

i tried by (6x-24) ÷ 2y. Unsure what to do about the y on the denominator.
 
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dy/dx = (3x2-24x-45) * (2y)-1

Use the product rule and the chain rule (the derivative of y is dy/dx). After you have that, make a substitution for dy/dx, since you already have that. Of course, you'll also need y2, so you also need to integrate using separation of variables to find what y2 is.
 

1) What is the formula for finding the double derivative of a quotient?

The formula for finding the double derivative of a quotient is (f''(x)g(x) - 2f'(x)g'(x) + f(x)g''(x)) / (g(x))^3.

2) How do I know when to use the double derivative of a quotient?

The double derivative of a quotient is used when you need to find the rate of change of the rate of change of a quotient function.

3) Can the double derivative of a quotient be simplified?

Yes, the double derivative of a quotient can be simplified by expanding the numerator and denominator and then canceling out any common factors.

4) What does the double derivative of a quotient tell us about the original function?

The double derivative of a quotient tells us about the concavity and inflection points of the original function.

5) Is there a graphical interpretation of the double derivative of a quotient?

Yes, the double derivative of a quotient can be represented graphically as the curvature of the graph of the original function. A positive double derivative indicates a concave-up curve, while a negative double derivative indicates a concave-down curve.

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