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Derivative of cot^4(x/2) Instructional VideoDerivative of cot^4(x/2) Instructional Video
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Krista King Math
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11th - Higher Ed
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Math
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Media Length
5:24
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10 mins
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Derivative of cot^4(x/2)

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Apply the chain rule, the power rule, and the derivative of a trigonometric function all in one. Using a function raised to a power, the 14th video in a series of 31 shows how several rules work together to find a derivative. The examples use the power rule and the chain rule to simplify the derivative of the cotangent function raised to a power.

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Concepts

cotangent, derivatives, trigonometric functions, chain rule, differential calculus

Additional Tags

math

Instructional Ideas

  • Have pupils calculate each of the derivatives needed in the problem in a separate section when working on problems

Classroom Considerations

  • Individuals should know the derivative of all six trigonometric functions
  • The class should be familiar with applying the chain rule
  • This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

  • Shows examples of simpler versions of the complex function
  • Includes each of the steps in determining the derivative

Cons

  • None

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