Worked solution
Combine a square root with inverse cosine
Differentiate (a) and (b) with respect to .
CJC · Lecture · Self-Practice 6
(a) Apply both chain factors
For , let . Then and , matching the printed answer. The original real function is defined on ; the displayed finite derivative holds on .
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(b) Square the inner square in the denominator
The chain rule gives , the printed answer, for all real .
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Common mistakes
The first ask is inverse cosine of √x, not inverse cosine of x. Its finite derivative excludes both endpoints.
Solution notes
Both copies print final answers without intermediate working. Intermediate derivations and domain explanations are independently authored. Student PDF/printed 15 corresponds to Teacher PDF/printed 16 for this self-practice. No printed marks or past-paper attribution.