Find the derivative of f(x) = tan(x).

Practice Questions

Q1
Find the derivative of f(x) = tan(x).
  1. sec^2(x)
  2. csc^2(x)
  3. sin^2(x)
  4. cos^2(x)

Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions

Find the derivative of f(x) = tan(x).
Correct Answer: sec^2(x)
  • Step 1: Understand that we want to find the derivative of the function f(x) = tan(x).
  • Step 2: Recall the basic rule for finding the derivative of the tangent function.
  • Step 3: The derivative of tan(x) is a known result in calculus.
  • Step 4: Write down the derivative: f'(x) = sec^2(x).
  • Step 5: Conclude that the derivative of f(x) = tan(x) is f'(x) = sec^2(x).
  • Differentiation of Trigonometric Functions – Understanding how to differentiate basic trigonometric functions, specifically the tangent function.
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