Find f ' (2) for Simple Derivatives: g(2)=3, g ' (2)=-2, h(2)=-1, h ' (2)=4"

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The discussion revolves around finding the derivative f'(2) for various functions defined in terms of g(x) and h(x), with specific values and derivatives provided for g and h at x=2. The functions include linear combinations, products, and quotients of g and h.

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  • Participants discuss different forms of the function f(x) and attempt to apply the limit definition of the derivative. There are questions about the appropriateness of using differentiation rules versus the limit definition.

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Some participants have attempted to apply the limit definition but express uncertainty about the next steps, while others suggest that using differentiation rules may be more efficient. There is an ongoing exploration of the best approach to take.

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Find f ' (2) given the following.
g(2) = 3 , g ' (2) = -2
h(2) = -1 , h ' (2) = 4

a. f(x) = 2g(x) + h(x)
b. f(x) = g(x) / h(x)
c. f(x) = 4 - h(x)
d. f(x) = g(x)*h(x)
 
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physicsguy98 said:
Find f ' (2) given the following.
g(2) = 3 , g ' (2) = -2
h(2) = -1 , h ' (2) = 4

a. f(x) = 2g(x) + h(x)
b. f(x) = g(x) / h(x)
c. f(x) = 4 - h(x)
d. f(x) = g(x)*h(x)

What have you tried. You have to show some work before we are allowed to give you help.
 


I tried using lim(x->c) of f(x) - f(c) / x-c but i end up with lim (x->c) of (2g(x) + h(x) -5)/(x-2) for part (a) and i don't know where to go from there
 


Don't you know any differentiation rules other than the limit definition? For example, the constant multiple rule, the sum rule, the product rule, the quotient rule?

The limit definition of the derivative can be used, but it will be a pain for products, and especially quotients.
 

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