How do I simplify f'(x) into the form -((x+c)/(mx+n))^p?

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The discussion focuses on simplifying the derivative f'(x) of the function f(x) = sqrt(49-x^2) + 7arccos(x/7) into the form -((x+c)/(mx+n))^p. The current simplified form identified is (-x-7)/sqrt(49-x^2). Participants are seeking the specific values of c, m, n, and p to achieve the desired format. A hint provided suggests factoring 49 - x^2 as (7 + x)(7 - x) to aid in the simplification process.

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Let f(x) = sqrt(49-x^2) + 7arccos(x/7).

Then f'(x) can be written in the simplified form -((x+c)/(mx+n))^p

What are the values of c, m, n and p?

So far what I got in simplified form is (-x-7)/sqrt(49-x^2)


How can I make my simplified form into that simplified form?
 
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Hi shiri! :smile:

(try using the X2 tag just above the Reply box :wink:)

Hint: 49 - x2 = (7 + x)(7 - x) :smile:
 

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