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Homework Statement



find dx/dt and dy/dt


Homework Equations



x= sin(t)-tcos(t)

y=cos(t)+tsin(t)

The Attempt at a Solution



dx/dt= cos(t)-(-tsin(t)) = cos(t)+tsint

dy/dt=-sin(t)+tcost
 
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You're forgetting a minor detail. Recall the rules for differentiation, particularly products.