Let g(x)=e5xln(4x2+1). Which of the following expressions is equal to g′(x)?
a) e−5x(4x2+18x+5ln(4x2+1))
b) e−5x(4x2+18x−5ln(4x2+1))
c) e5x(4x2+18x−5ln(4x2+1))
d) e−5x(4x2+18−5ln(4x2+1))Intuitive explanation
The key is recognizing this as a quotient rule problem where the numerator involves a composite function. You'll need the chain rule for ln(4x2+1) in the numerator, then apply quotient rule: (vu)′=v2u′v−uv′. Keep track of each piece carefully—the derivative of the logarithm and the exponential in the denominator will both contribute to the final expression.
Intuitive explanation
The key is recognizing this as a quotient rule problem where the numerator involves a composite function. You'll need the chain rule for ln(4x2+1) in the numerator, then apply quotient rule: (vu)′=v2u′v−uv′. Keep track of each piece carefully—the derivative of the logarithm and the exponential in the denominator will both contribute to the final expression.