Solve using implicit differentiation 6 y+8 x=\sin(xy^2)

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The discussion revolves around solving the equation 6y + 8x = sin(xy²) using implicit differentiation, focusing on the differentiation process and identifying errors in the approach taken.

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  • Exploratory, Assumption checking, Mathematical reasoning

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  • Participants discuss their differentiation steps, questioning the correctness of terms and coefficients. There is an exploration of where mistakes may have occurred in the differentiation process, particularly regarding the treatment of dy/dx and the application of the product rule.

Discussion Status

Participants are actively identifying and correcting mistakes in their differentiation attempts. Some have acknowledged errors and are seeking clarification on the correct application of differentiation rules. The conversation reflects a collaborative effort to understand the implicit differentiation process.

Contextual Notes

There appears to be confusion regarding the differentiation of terms involving products of variables, and participants are working through the implications of these errors. The original poster is looking for guidance on specific mistakes without a clear resolution yet.

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so to solve this i differentiated each part and got 6dy/dx + 8 = cos(xy^2)(y^2*x2ydy/dx)

then i divided both sides by cos(xy^2)
then serpatated the 6dy/dx + 8 and put them both over cos(xy^2)
then i took out a yprime

and ended up with

-8/(6-2y^3xcos(xy^2)) as an answer but its wrong
can anyone point out where i made a mistake or give me a hint in the right direction?
 
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((y^2) PLUS 2(dy/dx))

EDIT: Fixed a mistake.
 
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yea thanks, i saw that after looking at the problem again
 
you mean y^2x + 2y(dy/dx)?
isnt it y^2+x2y(dy/dx) since the derivative of x is 1 so the first part is just y^2?
 
Oh yes, you're right, my mistake. :)
 
So were you able to get the problem right after that?
 

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