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Basic Calculus
Quarter 3 – Module 5:
The Derivative of an Algebraic,
Exponential, Logarithmic, and
Trigonometric Function
Basic Calculus – Grade 11
Quarter 3 – Module 5: The Derivative of an Algebraic, Exponential, Logarithmic, and
Trigonometric Function
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Basic Calculus
Quarter 3 – Module 5:
The Derivative of an Algebraic,
Exponential, Logarithmic, and
Trigonometric Function
Introductory Message
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 Let Us Learn

This module was designed and written with you in mind. It is here to
help you master the concept of the derivative of an algebraic, exponential,
logarithmic, and trigonometric function. The scope of this module permits it
to be used in many different learning situations. The language used
recognizes the diverse vocabulary level of students. The lessons are arranged
to follow the standard sequence of the course. But the order in which you read
them can be changed to correspond with the textbook you are now using.

The module is composed of one lesson:

➢ Lesson 1 – The Derivative of an Algebraic, Exponential, Logarithmic,
and trigonometric Function

After going through this module, you are expected to:

1. determine the relationship between differentiability and continuity of a
function (STEM_BC11D-IIIf-1);
2. apply the differentiation rules in computing the derivative of an
algebraic, exponential, logarithmic, trigonometric functions and inverse
trigonometric functions (STEM_BC11D-IIIf-3).

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 Let Us Try
Vocabulary Check: Match the column B to its
corresponding definition in column A.

Column A Column B

_______ 1. The use of a raised number to a. Discontinuity

denote repeated multiplication of a b. Limit
base. c. Exponent
d. Zero
_______ 2. A point at which a function is not e. Differentiable
defined. The graph has a break at
this point.
_______ 3. The derivative of a constant
function.
_______ 4. A value to which a sequence or
function converges.
_______ 5. A function that has a defined
derivative (slope) at each point.

Let Us Study

Differentiability and Continuity of a Function

A function is continuous if we draw without ever lifting our pen from the
paper. We can also say that the graph of a continuous function has no holes
in it. Let us consider the three graphs below where all three functions have a
limit at x = 2, and then work to make the idea of continuity more precise.

l m n

The figures show the functions l, m, and n has different behaviors at x = 2.

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Note that l(2) is not defined, which leads to the resulting hole in the graph of
l at x =2. It means that l is not continuous at x =2. For the function m, we
observe that while lim 𝑚(𝑥 ) = −3, the value of m(2) = -2, and thus the limit
𝑥→2
does not equal the function value. We say that m is not continuous, even
though the function is defined at x = 2. Lastly, the function n appears to be
the most well-behaved among the three, where at x = 2 its limit and its
function value agree. That is, lim 𝑛(𝑥 ) = −3. With no hole at x =-3, then it is
𝑥→2
continuous.

By the definition, a function is said to be continuous at a point x = c, if

lim 𝑓 (𝑥 ) exists, and lim 𝑓(𝑥 ) = 𝑓(𝑐). It implies that if the left-hand limit (LHL),
𝑥→𝑐 𝑥→𝑐
right-hand limit (RHL) and the value of the function at x = c exists and these
parameters are equal to each other, then the function f is said to be
continuous at x = c.

A function is said to be differentiable at the point x = c if the derivative

f’(x) exists at every point in its domain.

𝑓(x + h) − 𝑓(𝑥)
𝑓′(𝑥) = lim
ℎ→0 h

Example 1. Relationship between Differentiability and Continuity of a

Function

Consider the function f(x) =(4𝑥 − 3)1/4. Discuss its continuity and
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differentiability at x = 4.
Solution Explanation
LHL For checking the continuity, we
lim = (𝟒𝒙 − 𝟑)𝟏/𝟒 need to check the left-hand and
𝑥→𝑐−
right-hand limits and the value of
𝟑 the function at a point x = c.
lim = (𝟒 (𝟒) − 𝟑)𝟏/𝟒 = 0
𝑥→3/4−
LHL = RHL = f(c) = 0.
RHL
lim = (𝟒𝒙 − 𝟑)𝟏/𝟒 Thus, the function is continuous
𝑥→𝑐+ 𝟑
at about the point x = 𝟒.
𝟑
lim + = (𝟒 (𝟒) − 𝟑)𝟏/𝟒 = 0
𝑥→3/4
𝑓 (x + h) − 𝑓(𝑥) Check the differentiability at the
𝑓′(𝑥) = lim given point.
ℎ→0 h
𝟑 𝟑 𝟑
Substitute x as 𝟒.
𝑓 ( + h) − 𝑓( )
lim 𝟒 𝟒
ℎ→0 h

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 𝟑 1/4
𝟑 Using composite function, input
𝑓 ([4 (𝟒) + h] − 3) − (𝟒 (𝟒) − 𝟑)𝟏/𝟒 the x to f(x) in the numerator.
lim
ℎ→0 h

(𝒉)𝟏/𝟒 − (𝟑 − 𝟑)𝟏/𝟒 Subtract the numerator

lim
ℎ→0 h
𝟏 Simplify by subtracting exponents
(𝒉)𝟒 − 0
lim of h.
ℎ→0 h
1 Thus f is not differentiable at x =
lim 𝟑 = ∞ 𝟑
ℎ→0
𝒉𝟒 .
𝟒
We see that even though the function is continuous but it is not differentiable.

Differentiability, continuity, and existence of a limit are also called the

local properties of a function. This means that a function may be differentiable
at one point, but fail to be differentiable at a different point; similarly, a
function may be continuous or have a limit at one point, but not continuous
or have a limit at another point.
A function f is continuous at x = c whenever f(c) is defined, f has a limit
as x →c, and the value of the limit and the value of the function agree. This
guarantees that there is not a hole or jump in the graph of f at x = c.
A function f is differentiable at x=c whenever f ‘(c) exists, which means
that f has a tangent line at (c, f(c)) and thus f is locally linear at the value x =c.
Informally, this means that the function looks like a line when viewed up close
at (c, f(c)) and that there is not a corner point or cusp at (c, f(c)).

The derivative of an algebraic, exponential, logarithmic, trigonometric

functions and inverse trigonometric functions

The Basic Rules

The functions f(x) = c and g(x) = xn where n is a positive integer are the
building blocks from which all polynomials and rational functions are
constructed. To find the derivatives of polynomials and rational functions, we
must know the formulas for differentiating the basic functions.

Constant Rule
Let c be a constant.
If f(x) = c, then 𝑓’(𝑥) =0.
Alternatively, we may express this rule as

𝑑
(𝑐 ) = 0 or 𝑓′(𝑐 ) = 0
𝑑𝑥

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Example 2. Find the derivative of 𝑓(𝑥 ) = 5
Solution:
𝑓′(𝑥 ) = 0 Derivative of constant number is 0

Power Rule
Let n be a positive integer. If 𝑓 (𝑐 ) = 𝑥 𝑛 , then

𝑑
𝑑𝑥
( 𝑥𝑛 ) = 𝑛𝑥𝑛−1 or 𝑓′(𝑥) = 𝑛𝑥𝑛−1

Example 3. Find the derivative of 𝑓 (𝑥 ) = 𝑥 2

Solution:
The power of x becomes the
𝑓′(𝑥 2 ) = 2𝑥 2−1 coefficient of the term and subtract
2
𝑓 ′(𝑥 ) = 2𝑥 the exponent by 1, then simplify.

Constant Multiple Rule

The derivative of a constant k multiplied by a function f is the same as
the constant multiplied by the derivative.

𝑑 𝑑
(𝑘𝑓(𝑥)) = 𝒌 𝑑𝑥 (𝑓(𝑥))
𝑑𝑥
that is,

ℎ′(𝑥) = 𝑘𝑓 ′(𝑥)

Example 4. Find the derivative of 𝑓 (𝑥 ) = 6𝑥 3

Solution: Multiply the constant coefficient to
𝑓 ′(𝑥) = 3(6𝑥 )3−1 the exponent, subtract the
exponent by 1. then simplify.
𝑓 ′(𝑥 ) = 18𝑥 2

Let f(x) and g(x) be differentiable functions and k be a constant. Then it holds
the following equations.

Sum Rule
The derivative of the sum of a function f and a function g is the same
as the sum of the derivative of f and the derivative of g.

𝑑 𝑑 𝑑
(𝑓(𝑥) + 𝑔(𝑥)) = (𝑓(𝑥)) + (𝑔(𝑥))
𝑑𝑥 𝑑𝑥 𝑑𝑥
that is,

ℎ′(𝑥 ) = 𝑓′(𝑥 ) + 𝑔′(𝑥 )

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Example 5. Find the derivative of 𝑓 (𝑥 ) = 3𝑥 2 + 5
Solution:
𝑓 ′(𝑥) = 2(3𝑥 )2−1 + 0 Apply the constant multiple rule,
add, then simplify
𝑓 ′(𝑥 ) = 6𝑥

Difference Rule
The derivative of the difference of a function f and a function g is the
same as the difference of the derivative of f and the derivative of g.

𝑑 𝑑 𝑑
(𝑓(𝑥) − 𝑔(𝑥)) = (𝑓(𝑥)) − (𝑔(𝑥))
𝑑𝑥 𝑑𝑥 𝑑𝑥
that is,

ℎ′(𝑥) = 𝑓 ′(𝑥) − 𝑔′(𝑥 )

Example 6. Find the derivative of 𝑓 (𝑥 ) = 4𝑥 5 − 6

Solution:
Apply the constant multiple rule,
𝑓 ′(𝑥 ) = 5(4𝑥 )5−1 − 0 subtract, then simplify
𝑓 ′ (𝑥 ) = 20𝑥 4

Product Rule
Let f(x) and g(x) be differentiable functions. Then

𝑑 𝑑 𝑑
(𝑓(𝑥)𝑔(𝑥)) = (𝑓(𝑥)). 𝑔(𝑥) + (𝑔(𝑥)) . 𝑓(𝑥)
𝑑𝑥 𝑑𝑥 𝑑𝑥
that is,

ℎ′ (𝑥 ) = 𝑓 ′(𝑥 )𝑔(𝑥 ) + 𝑔′ (𝑥 )𝑓(𝑥)

Example 7. Find the derivative of ℎ(𝑥 ) = (𝑥 2 − 3)( 3𝑥 2 + 4𝑥), find ℎ′ (𝑥).

Solution:
ℎ′ (𝑥 ) = (2𝑥 2−1 − 0)(3𝑥 2 + 4𝑥 ) + (2(3𝑥)2−1 + 4𝑥 1−1 )(𝑥 2 − 3)
The derivative of the first factor times the second factor plus the derivative of the second factor times the first
factor.
ℎ′ (𝑥 ) = (2𝑥 )(3𝑥 2 + 4𝑥 ) + (6𝑥 + 4)(𝑥 2 − 3) Simplify using the
distributive property

ℎ′ (𝑥 ) = (6𝑥 3 + 8𝑥 2 ) + (6𝑥 3 + 4𝑥 2 − 18𝑥 − 12) Add and combine

like terms
ℎ′ (𝑥 ) = 12𝑥 3 + 12𝑥 2 − 18𝑥 − 12

To check, simply
ℎ(𝑥 ) = (𝑥 2 − 3)( 3𝑥 2 + 4𝑥) Factor out and
combine like terms
ℎ(𝑥 ) = 3𝑥 4 −4𝑥 3 − 9𝑥 2 − 12𝑥

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 ℎ(𝑥 ) = 4(3𝑥)4−1 −3(4𝑥)3−1 − 2(9𝑥)2−1 − 1(12𝑥)1−1 Use the power rule
and simplify.
ℎ′ (𝑥 ) = 12𝑥 3 + 12𝑥 2 − 18𝑥 − 12

Quotient Rule
Let f(x) and g(x) be differentiable functions. Then

𝑑 𝑑
𝑑 𝑓(𝑥) (𝑓(𝑥)).𝑔(𝑥)− (𝑔(𝑥)).𝑓(𝑥)
(
𝑑𝑥 𝑔(𝑥)
) = (𝑑𝑥 𝑑𝑥
(𝑔(𝑥))2
)

that is,
𝑓′ (𝑥)𝑔(𝑥)−𝑔′ (𝑥)𝑓(𝑥)
ℎ ′ (𝑥 ) = ( )
(𝑔(𝑥))2

3𝑥 2
Example 8. Find the derivative of ℎ(𝑥 ) = 2𝑥+1.
Solution: Let 𝑓 (𝑥 ) = 3𝑥 2 and 𝑔(𝑥 ) = 2𝑥 + 1. Thus, 𝑓 ′ (𝑥 ) = 6𝑥 and 𝑔′ (𝑥 ) = 2.

6𝑥(2𝑥 + 1) − 2(3𝑥 2 ) The derivative of the first function

ℎ′ (𝑥) = ( )
(2𝑥 + 1)2 times the second function minus
the derivative of the second
function times the first function,
12𝑥 2 + 6𝑥 − 6𝑥 2 all divided by the square of the
ℎ′ (𝑥) = ( )
(2𝑥 + 1)2 second function. Then, simplify.

6𝑥 2 + 6𝑥
ℎ′ (𝑥) =
(2𝑥 + 1)2

Derivative of Exponential and Logarithmic Functions

The derivative of the exponential function is equal to the value of the
function and their corresponding inverse function is called logarithmic
functions.

1. If 𝑓(𝑥) = 𝑒 𝑥 , then 𝑓′(𝑥) = 𝑒 𝑥 .

In general: 𝑓(𝑥 ) = 𝑒𝑔(𝑥) , then 𝑓′(𝑥) = (𝑔′ (𝑥 ))𝑒𝑔(𝑥)
2. If 𝑓(𝑥) = 𝑎 𝑥 , 𝑎 > 0, 𝑎 ≠ 1, then 𝑓′(𝑥) = 𝑎 𝑥 ln(𝑎)
In general: 𝑓(𝑥 ) = 𝑎𝑔(𝑥) , 𝑎 > 0, 𝑎 ≠ 1, then 𝑓′(𝑥) = (𝑔′ (𝑥 ))𝑎𝑔(𝑥) ln(𝑎)
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3. If 𝑓(𝑥) = ln𝑥, then 𝑓′(𝑥) =
𝑥
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4. If 𝑓(𝑥) = 𝑙𝑜𝑔𝑎 𝑥, 𝑎 > 0, 𝑎 ≠ 1, then 𝑓′(𝑥) =
(ln𝑎)𝑥

Note that exponential function 𝑓 (𝑥 ) = 𝑒𝑥 has the special property that is

derivative is the function itself. 𝑓 ′(𝑥) = 𝑒𝑥 = 𝑓(𝑥).
e: the base of the natural logarithm, 2.718281828459045…

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Example 9. Find the derivative of 𝑓 (𝑥 ) = 𝑒𝑥 .
Solution:
2
𝑓 ′ (𝑥) = 𝑒 𝑥 Use the power rule then apply the
derivative of exponential function
2 #1, then simplify.
𝑓 ′ (𝑥) = 2𝑥(𝑒 𝑥 )

2 +4
Example 10. Find the derivative of 𝑓 (𝑥 ) = 𝑒𝑥 .
Solution:
2 +4
𝑓 ′ (𝑥) = 𝑒 𝑥 (2𝑥) Use the power rule then apply the
derivative of exponential function
2 +4 #1, then simplify.
𝑓 ′ (𝑥) = 2𝑥(𝑒 𝑥 )

Example 11. Find the derivative of 𝑓 (𝑥 ) = 53𝑥 .

Solution:
𝑓 ′ (𝑥) = 53𝑥 (ln5) Use the power rule then apply the
derivative of exponential function
𝑓 ′ (𝑥) = 3 ln 5 (53𝑥 ) #2, then simplify.

Example 12. Find the derivative of 𝑓 (𝑥 ) = 3𝑥 − 4𝑙𝑜𝑔5 𝑥 .

Solution:
4 Apply the derivative of logarithmic
𝑓 ′ (𝑥) = 3𝑥 ln3 −
𝑥 ln 5 function #4, then simplify.

Example 13. Find the derivative of 𝑓 (𝑥 ) = 2𝑒𝑥 + 6𝑥3 ln𝑥 .

Solution:
1 Use the power rule then apply the
𝑓 ′ (𝑥) = 2𝑒 𝑥 + 18𝑥 2 ln𝑥 + 6𝑥 3 ( ) derivative of exponential and
𝑥
logarithmic, then simplify.

𝑓 ′ (𝑥) = 2𝑒 𝑥 + 18𝑥 2 ln𝑥 + 6𝑥 2

Derivatives of Trigonometric Functions

The derivative of the sine function is the cosine and the derivative of
the cosine function is the negative sine.

𝑓′(sin 𝑥) = cos 𝑥

𝑓′(cos 𝑥) = −sin 𝑥

Example 14. Find the derivative of 𝑓 (𝑥 ) = 4𝑥3 sin 𝑥 .

Solution: The derivative of the first
𝑓 ′ (𝑥) = 3(4𝑥 3−1 ) sin 𝑥 + cos x (4𝑥 3 ) factor times the second factor
plus the derivative of the
second factor times the first
𝑓 ′ (𝑥) = 12𝑥 2 sin 𝑥 + 4𝑥 3 cos 𝑥
factor, then simplify.
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Example 15. Find the derivative of 𝑓 (𝑥 ) = .
3𝑥2
Solution:
(−sin 𝑥)3𝑥 2 − 6𝑥(cos 𝑥) The derivative of the numerator
𝑓 ′ (𝑥) =
(3𝑥 2 )2 times the denominator minus the
derivative of the denominator
times numerator, all divided by
−3𝑥 2 sin 𝑥 − 6𝑥 cos 𝑥 the square of the denominator.
𝑓 ′ (𝑥) =
9𝑥 4 Then, simplify.

−𝑥 sin 𝑥 − 2 cos 𝑥
𝑓 ′ (𝑥) =
3𝑥 3

The derivatives of the remaining trigonometric functions are as follows:

𝑓 ′(tan 𝑥 ) = sec 2 𝑥

𝑓 ′(cot 𝑥 ) = − csc 2 𝑥

𝑓 ′ (sec 𝑥 ) = sec 𝑥 tan 𝑥

𝑓′(csc 𝑥) = −csc 𝑥 cot 𝑥

Derivatives of Inverse Trigonometric Functions

The six x trigonometric functions above have corresponding inverse
functions and have derivatives, which are summarized as follows:

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1. If 𝑓(𝑥) = sin −1 𝑥 = arcsinx, − 2 ≤ 𝑓(𝑥) ≤ 2 , then, 𝑓′ (𝑥) =
ᴫ ᴫ
.
√1−𝑥2
−1
2. If 𝑓(𝑥) = cos −1 𝑥 = arccosx, 0 ≤ 𝑓(𝑥) ≤ ᴫ, then, 𝑓′ (𝑥) = .
√1−𝑥2
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3. If 𝑓(𝑥) = tan −1 𝑥 = arctanx, − 2 ≤ 𝑓(𝑥) ≤ 2 , then, 𝑓′ (𝑥) = 1−𝑥2 .
ᴫ ᴫ

−1
4. If 𝑓(𝑥) = cot −1 𝑥 = arccotx, 0 ≤ 𝑓(𝑥) ≤ ᴫ, then, 𝑓′ (𝑥) = 1−𝑥2.
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5. If 𝑓(𝑥) = sec −1 𝑥 = arcsecx, 0 ≤ 𝑓(𝑥) ≤ ᴫ, 𝑓(𝑥) ≠ 2 then, 𝑓′ (𝑥) =
ᴫ
.
𝑥√𝑥2 −1
ᴫ ᴫ ′ −1
6. If 𝑓(𝑥) = csc −1 𝑥 = arccscx, − 2
≤ 𝑓(𝑥) ≤ 2 , 𝑓(𝑥) ≠ 0 then, 𝑓 (𝑥) =
𝑥√𝑥2 −1

Example 16. Find the derivative of 𝑓 (𝑥 ) = cos −1 (3𝑥) .

Solution:
−1 Use the formula #2 then multiply
𝑓 ′ (𝑥) = .3
2 the derivative of 3x. Simplify.
√1 − (3𝑥)

−3
𝑓 ′ (𝑥) =
√1 − 9𝑥2

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Example 17. Find the derivative of 𝑓 (𝑥 ) = arctan(𝑥) 3/2 .
Solution:
1 3 1/2
𝑓 ′ (𝑥) = . 𝑥 Use the formula #3 then multiply
1 + (𝑥 3/2 )2 2 to the derivative of second factor.

1 3
𝑓 ′ (𝑥) = 3 . 𝑥1/2 Multiply both numerator and
1+𝑥 2 denominator. 𝑥1/2 is equal to √𝑥.
Simplify.
3√𝑥
𝑓 ′ (𝑥) =
2(1 + 𝑥3 )

Let Us Practice
Multiple Choice. Choose the letter of the best answer.

1. Find the derivative of f(x) = 8.

a. 8x c. 8
b. 0 d. -1

2. Which of the following functions is NOT continuous?

𝑥 2 −4
a. 𝑓 (𝑥 ) = (𝑥 + 4)2 c. 𝑓 (𝑥 ) = 𝑥−2
b. 𝑓 (𝑥 ) = 𝑚𝑥 + 𝑏 d. 𝑓 (𝑥 ) = 1012

3. Which of the following is NOT differentiable?

a. 𝑓 (𝑥 ) = (𝑥 + 1)3 c. 𝑓 (𝑥 ) = 2𝑥 + 3
b. 𝑓(𝑥 ) = |𝑥| d. 𝑓 (𝑥 ) = 354

4. Find the derivative of 𝑓(𝑥 ) = 7𝑥 4 .

a. 𝑓′(𝑥) = 7𝑥 3 + 4 c. 𝑓′(𝑥 ) = 28𝑥 12
b. 𝑓′(𝑥 ) = 21𝑥 3 d. 𝑓′(𝑥 ) = 28𝑥 3

5. Find the derivative of f(x) = 2𝑥 3 − 𝑥 2 + 5𝑥.

a. 𝑓 ′(𝑥) = 6𝑥 2 − 2𝑥 + 5 c. 𝑓 ′(𝑥) = 6𝑥 3 − 2𝑥 + 5
b. 𝑓 ′(𝑥) = 2𝑥 3 − 2𝑥 d. 𝑓 ′(𝑥) = 6𝑥 2 − 2𝑥

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Application on the Derivatives of Exponential and
Logarithmic Functions.

Problem Solving

Given Problem. A Cebu Pacific plane takes off from Davao City International
Airport at sea level and its altitude (in feet) at time t (in minutes) is given by

ℎ = 3000 ln(𝑡 + 1)

Find the rate of climb at

time t = 5 min.

https://images.app.goo.gl/PVptgq8ut1WhSwFv7

Let Us Remember
True or False. Read and analyze the questions below. If
you think the statement is correct write TRUE, if not write
FALSE.

_______ 1. The derivative of a power function is a function in which the power

on x becomes the coefficient of the term and the power on x in the
derivative decreases by 1.

_______ 2. The derivative of a constant function is 1.

_______ 3. The derivative of a product of two functions is the derivative of the

first function times the second function minus the derivative of the
second function times the first function.

_______ 4. The derivative of exponential function is the inverse of the derivative

of logarithmic function.

_______ 5. The derivative of cosine function is negative sine.

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 Let Us Assess
Solve the problem below.

Given Problem. Apply the rules of derivation.

A rectangular field of a given area is to be fence off along the river bank.
If no fence is needed along the river, what is the shape of the rectangle
requiring the least amount of fencing?

L P = L + 2W
A = LW
𝐴
W W=𝐿

Thus,
𝐴
P =L + 2 𝐿 or P = L + 2AL-1

Let Us Enhance
Perform each given task.

1. Find the derivative of each function using the basic rules.

a. 𝑓 (𝑥 ) = 8𝑥 3 + 3𝑥 2 + 4
b. 𝑓 (𝑥 ) = 2𝑥 4 − 4𝑥 2 − 3𝑥
3𝑥+5
c. 𝑓 (𝑥 ) =
2𝑥−3
2. Find the derivative of each function using the trigonometric functions.
d. 𝑓 (𝑥 ) = 2𝑥 3 cot 𝑥
cos 𝑥
e. 𝑓 (𝑥 ) = 4𝑥2
3. Find the derivative of each function using the trigonometric functions.
f. 𝑓 (𝑥 ) = arcsin(−2𝑥)

Let Us Reflect
Answer what is asked.

1. What are the conditions of a function f if it is continuous at x = c?

2. How is differentiability related to continuity?
3. When is a function not differentiable?

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Let Us Reflect
1. f has a limit as x approaches c, f is defined at x = c, and lim 𝑓(𝑥 ) = 𝑓(𝑎)
𝑥→𝑐
2. If f is differentiable at c then f is continuous at c. A differentiable function is
necessarily continuous (answers may vary)
3. The graph of a differentiable function does not have any sharp corners.
(answers may vary)
Let Us Enhance Let Us Assess Let Us
a. 24𝑥 2 + 6𝑥 Remember
b. 8𝑥 3 − 8𝑥 − 3 The width 1. True
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c. should be half 2. False
(2𝑥−3)2
d. 6𝑥 2 cot 𝑥 − 2𝑥 3 𝑐𝑠𝑐 2 𝑥 the length. 3. False
−𝑥 sin 𝑥−2 cos 𝑥 4. True
e. 3
4𝑥
−2 5. True
f.
√1−4𝑥 2
Let Us Practice Let Us Try
1. C
1. B
2. A
2. C
3. D
3. B
Let Us Practice More 4. B
4. D
5. E
500 𝑓𝑡/𝑚𝑖𝑛 5. A
Answer Key
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Asin, Ricardo. Differential Calculus Reviewer Revised Edition.

Merriam &Webster, Bookstore, INC. Manila, Philippines. (1991)
Boelkins Matt, Austin, D., Schlicker, S. 1.7 Limits, Continuity,
and Differentiability. ScholarWorks @ Grand Valley State
University, (2021)
Bourne, M.. Applications: Derivatives of Logarithmic and
Exponential Functions, An Elite Cafemdia Pbliisher. Austrialia,
(2018)

Gilbert S., and Herman, E.. Derivatives of Exponential and

Logarithmic Functions. Differentiation Rules. Calculus Vol. 1, 2,
and 3. Massachusetts Institute of Technology. University of
Wisconsin-Stevens Point. OpenStax CNX publisher. (2021)
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