How do I find second derivatives

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Homework Statement



y=e^rx Y'=r*e^rx Y''=?
 
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Solve this problem instead:

y = r*e^rx
y' = ?

If you solve this problem then you've solved your problem.
 
You find a second derivative by differentiating again. That is Redbelly98's point.