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Practise reciprocal and trigonometric derivative ratios

Find dy/dxdy/dx in terms of t for (a) x=4tx=4t, y=1−1/ty=1-1/t; (b) x=4cos⁡tx=4\cos t, y=3sin⁡ty=3\sin t.

CJC · Lecture · Self-Practice 1

Differentiate x and y separately before forming the ratio.

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