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Homework Statement
Suppose the x coordinate of a pie is given as a function of time t by
x(t) = (u^2)(t^2) + 3ut,
where u is independent of t. Calculate (dx/dt) and (dx/du). Also, whihc one of the above derivatives (if either) give you vx, the x component of the pie's velocity?
Homework Equations
Just derivative rules.
The Attempt at a Solution
(dx/dt)= 2(u^2)t + 3u
(dx/du)=2u(t^2) + 3t
Since t represents tiem in this function, to obtain the velocity you must use (dx/dt).
Please let me know if this is correct or if I am missing a step.