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Find the derivative of f(x) = 6 divided by x at x = -2.

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asked May 4, 2015 in PRECALCULUS by anonymous

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Step 1:

The function is .

Apply derivative on each side with respect to .

Apply quotient rule of derivatives: .

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Step 2:

Find the derivative at .

Substitute in .

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Solution:

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answered May 4, 2015 by Sammi Mentor

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