Find eqn of Tangent Line to graph- Implicit Differentiation

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The discussion focuses on finding the equation of the tangent line to the implicit function xy² + sin(πy) - 2x² = 10 at the point (2, -3). The initial attempt at a solution yielded a slope of 7/(-12-π), which was questioned for accuracy. After further clarification, the correct slope was identified as -1/(-12-π), aligning better with the graph's behavior. Participants emphasized the importance of careful calculations and understanding implicit differentiation. The conversation highlights the collaborative effort to resolve confusion and achieve the correct tangent line equation.
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Homework Statement


Find the equation of the tangent line to the graph of the given equation at the indicated point.

##xy^2+sin(πy)-2x^2=10## at point ##(2,-3)##

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The Attempt at a Solution



Please see attached image so you can see my thought process. I think it would make more sense that typing it out.
My solution is ##\frac{7}{-12-π}## But I don't think this is correct. The ##πy## inside the argument of the sin function is throwing me off.
 
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Let me add that I know this problem isn't finished. Up to my current position is where I'm seeking clarification.
Thanks!
 

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I cannot read your image without further processing. The denominator looks o.k. but the nominator seems to be wrong. Your slope is roughly ##-\frac{1}{2}## whereas the plot looks more like ##\pm 0##.
 
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Hopefully this makes it better. If not I’ll type it all out.
I’ve broken the image up into two pieces but since the steps are labeled, it should be clear in the order they are.
 

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And what is ##8-9##?
 
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That's embarrassing :DD
So we have ##\frac{-1}{-12-π}## and this makes more sense now. So this is the slope of the tangent line at (2,-3) and now I can continue on hopefully without forgetting how to add.
 
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Question: A clock's minute hand has length 4 and its hour hand has length 3. What is the distance between the tips at the moment when it is increasing most rapidly?(Putnam Exam Question) Answer: Making assumption that both the hands moves at constant angular velocities, the answer is ## \sqrt{7} .## But don't you think this assumption is somewhat doubtful and wrong?

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