Calculus Examples

Find the Derivative - d/d@VAR f(x)=-8/x
Step 1
Move the negative in front of the fraction.
Step 2
Since is constant with respect to , the derivative of with respect to is .
Step 3
Rewrite as .
Step 4
Differentiate using the Power Rule which states that is where .
Step 5
Multiply by .
Step 6
Simplify.
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Step 6.1
Rewrite the expression using the negative exponent rule .
Step 6.2
Combine and .