Mathematics

Mathematics

Problem

Determine the value of g′(1)g'(1), where g(x)=5x ln⁡xg(x)=5^{x}\,\ln x.
Intuitive explanation

You're finding the derivative of a product—the exponential 5x5^x times the logarithm ln⁡x\ln x. The key is applying the product rule carefully: differentiate each piece, then combine. Remember that 5x5^x has its own derivative involving ln⁡5\ln 5, and ln⁡x\ln x becomes 1x\frac{1}{x}. Once you have the general formula for g′(x)g'(x), plug in x=1x=1 to evaluate.

Intuitive explanation

You're finding the derivative of a product—the exponential 5x5^x times the logarithm ln⁡x\ln x. The key is applying the product rule carefully: differentiate each piece, then combine. Remember that 5x5^x has its own derivative involving ln⁡5\ln 5, and ln⁡x\ln x becomes 1x\frac{1}{x}. Once you have the general formula for g′(x)g'(x), plug in x=1x=1 to evaluate.

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