How do you solve the d(λmu) equation in relativistic energy?

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Homework Statement



I am trying to grasp this stuff, but it is getting late and my mind is noodeling. Can I have some help on this?
show that d(λmu) = m(1-(u^2/c^2)^(-3/2) du
thanks!

Homework Equations



λ = 1/√(1-(u^2/c^2))


The Attempt at a Solution



I have attacked this through integration and differentiation, but am still missing something
 
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