MHB What is the 2nd Derivative of y(t)=tan5t?

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To find the second derivative of y(t) = tan(5t), the first derivative is correctly calculated as y'(t) = 5sec²(5t). To derive the second derivative, it's essential to apply the Chain Rule correctly. The confusion arises in differentiating the secant function and its components, which requires careful attention to the product and chain rules. Ultimately, the second derivative can be expressed in terms of secant and cosine functions, emphasizing the need for precise differentiation techniques.
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Hello!

I'm trying to find the 2nd derivative of y(t)=tan5t.
I first found the first derivative.. and got y'(t)=sec^2(5t)(5) --> 5sec^2(5t)
--> 5/(cos^2(5t)

But to find the 2nd derivative I'm confused...
I got until y"(t)=\frac{cos^2(5t)(5)'-(5)(cos^2(5t))'}{(cos^2(5t)(cos^2(5t))}
 
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riri said:
Hello!

I'm trying to find the 2nd derivative of y(t)=tan5t.
I first found the first derivative.. and got y'(t)=sec^2(5t)(5) --> 5sec^2(5t)
--> 5/(cos^2(5t)

But to find the 2nd derivative I'm confused...
I got until y"(t)=\frac{cos^2(5t)(5)'-(5)(cos^2(5t))'}{(cos^2(5t)(cos^2(5t))}

Write it as $\displaystyle \begin{align*} y'(t) = 5\left[ cos{(5t)} \right] ^{-2} \end{align*}$ and apply the Chain Rule.
 

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