Mathematics 9709 · AS & A Level · Differentiation

Differentiation — practice question

For $x > 0$, the function $f$ is given by $f(x) = (4x + 1)^{\tfrac{3}{2}}$.
(i)[3]

Find $f'(x)$ as well as $f''(x)$.

(ii)[5]

In a geometric progression, the first, second and third terms are $f(2)$, $f'(2)$ and $k f''(2)$ respectively. Find the value of the constant $k$.

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This 8-mark question has a full step-by-step worked solution and mark scheme. One marking point: Differentiate to obtain $f'(x)=6\sqrt{4x+1}$

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