Mathematics 9709 · AS & A Level · Differentiation

Differentiation — practice question

A curve is defined by the equation $y = \frac{3 + 2\ln x}{1 + \ln x}$.
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Determine the exact gradient of the curve at the point where $y = 4$.

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This 5-mark question has a full step-by-step worked solution and mark scheme. One marking point: Differentiate by applying the quotient rule (or product rule) to obtain the first derivative.

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