Second Partial Derivative Test

cse63146 · 2008-10-13T22:57:34+00:00

I just need to know what is/how to computer \frac{\partial f}{\partial x \partial y}

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The discussion focuses on the computation of the second partial derivative, specifically \(\frac{\partial f}{\partial x \partial y}\). Participants confirm that to find the second derivative, one must differentiate the result of the first derivative again. This process is essential in multivariable calculus for analyzing the behavior of functions with respect to multiple variables.

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Oct 13, 2008

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I just need to know what is/how to computer [tex]\frac{\partial f}{\partial x \partial y}[/tex]

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Do you know how to find [tex]\frac{\partial y}{\partial x}[/itex]? To find the second derivative, just do it <b>again</b>: differentiate again whatever function you get from the first derivative.[/tex]