Problem involving del operator in vector analysis

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The discussion revolves around proving the identity grad(f/g) = ((g grad f) - (f grad g)) / g^2, under the condition that g is not equal to zero. Participants express confusion about how to approach the problem, noting the complexity of the identity found in M.R. Spiegel's vector analysis. The suggestion is made to utilize the definition of the del operator to facilitate the proof. There is an emphasis on the need for a clearer understanding of the del operator's application in this context. Overall, the conversation highlights the challenges faced in vector analysis involving the del operator.
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Homework Statement


prove grad(f/g)=((g grad f)-(f grad g))/g^2,if g not equal to 0.



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no idea.

The Attempt at a Solution


rhs will be grad f -(f grad g)/g^2.
can't make out what 2 do after that.referred other books but no help.it's a very obscure identity.found this in m.r.spiegel's vector analysis no.57 pg-78,chap GDC.
 
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Use the definition of the del operator; otherwise you are just staring at upside-down triangles wondering what to do.

\nabla (f/g) = \frac{\partial (f/g)}{\partial x}i +\frac{\partial (f/g)}{\partial y}j + \frac{\partial(f/g)}{\partial z}k
 
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