Prove differentiable for a function

In summary, the conversation discussed proving that a function g(x,y) = q(f(x,y)) is differentiable at (0,0) and that f_x(0,0) = g_x(0,0). It was suggested to use the fact that f(x,y) and q(t) are differentiable at (0,0) and that q'(0) = 1. The process of using these facts to prove differentiability was discussed, but further progress was needed to complete the proof.
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Homework Statement


f(x,y) is differentiable in (0,0) and f(0,0)=0
q(t) devirate t=0 and q'(0)=1 q(0)=0
let it be g(x,y) = q(f(x,y))
prove that g differentiable in (0,0) and that [tex]f_{x}(0,0) = g_{x}(0,0)[/tex]

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The Attempt at a Solution


Well my idea is like this
First I know that because f(x,y) differentiable at (0,0) so
[tex]f(0+x,0+y)= f(0,0) +f_{x}(0,0)*x + f_{y}(0,0)*y + o(||x,y||)[/tex]

[tex] lim_{(x,y)->(0,0)} \frac{f(x,y)-f_{x}(0,0)*x - f_{y}(0,0)*y}{||x,y||} = 0[/tex]

and when trying to prove that g(x,y) is differentiable I need to prove that
[tex]g(0+x,0+y) = g(0,0) + g_{x}(0,0)*x + g_{y}(0,0)*y + o(||x,y||)[/tex]
[tex]g(0+x,0+y) = 0 + f_{x}(0,0)*q'(0)*x + f_{y}(0,0)*q'(0)*y + o(||x,y||)[/tex]

[tex]g(0+x,0+y) = 0 + f_{x}(0,0)*1*x + f_{y}(0,0)*1*y + o(||x,y||)[/tex]
[tex] lim_{(x,y)->(0,0)} \frac{q(f(x,y))-f_{x}(0,0)*x - f_{y}(0,0)*y}{||x,y||} = 0[/tex]
And I'm a bit stuck in here..
logically I think I can use the fact that q'(0) = 1
[tex] lim_{(x)->(0)} \frac{q(0+x)+q(0)}{x} =\frac{q(x)}{x}= 1[/tex]
But I don't manage to figure how

Thank you
 
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Anyone?
I've made some more progress but its not enough,see
Because I know that q(x) has a derivative in t=0 then it means that
q(0+x) = q(0)+q'(0)x+o(|x|) (x->0)
Thats mean that: [ q(0)= 0 q'(0)=1)
[tex]lim_{x->0}\frac{q(x)-x}{|x|}=0[/tex]

And I think maybe I need to use this with the knowledge that

[tex] lim_{(x,y)->(0,0)} \frac{f(x,y)-f_{x}(0,0)*x - f_{y}(0,0)*y}{||x,y||} = 0[/tex]

Meaning that
[tex]f(x,y)-f_{x}(0,0)*x - f_{y}(0,0)*y = v(x,y)\sqrt{x^{2}+y^{2}}[/tex]
while [tex]lim_{(x.y)->(0,0)}v(x,y)=0[/tex]
And that
q(f(x,y)) = g(x,y)

But I don't know how

Anyone Please?
 

1. What does it mean for a function to be differentiable?

Differentiability of a function means that it has a derivative at every point within its domain. In other words, the function is smooth and has a unique slope at every point.

2. How do you prove differentiability of a function?

To prove differentiability of a function, you need to show that the limit of the difference quotient exists at every point within the function's domain. This is typically done using the definition of a derivative and the limit definition of a derivative.

3. Why is differentiability an important concept in calculus?

Differentiability is an important concept in calculus because it allows us to find the slope of a curve at any given point, which is useful in many real-world applications. It also enables us to find the maximum and minimum values of a function, as well as understand the behavior of a function at a specific point.

4. Can a function be differentiable but not continuous?

No, a function cannot be differentiable but not continuous. In order for a function to be differentiable, it must also be continuous. This is because the definition of a derivative involves a limit, and a function cannot have a limit at a point if it is not continuous at that point.

5. Are there any special cases where a function may not be differentiable?

Yes, there are some special cases where a function may not be differentiable. These include points where the function has a sharp corner, a vertical tangent, or is undefined. In these cases, the function does not have a unique slope at that point, and therefore is not differentiable.

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