Solving Derivatives: Find f'(x) of 6/(z^2+z-1)

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The derivative of the function f(z) = 6/(z² + z - 1) is correctly calculated using the Chain Rule. The solution yields f'(z) = -12z - 6 / (z² + z - 1)². The discussion confirms the correct application of differentiation techniques, specifically the Chain Rule, to arrive at the final result.

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Homework Statement


Find the Derivative of
Code:
f(x) = [tex]\frac{6}{z^{2}+z-1}[/tex]

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The Attempt at a Solution


Code:
[tex]6\left(z^{2}+z-1\right)^{-1}[/tex]

Use Chain Rule to conclude
Code:
[tex]\frac{-12z - 6}{(z^{2}+z-1)^{2}}[/tex]

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Yes that is correct.


btw that f(x) should be f(z)
 

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