Mathematics 9709 · AS & A Level · Differentiation

Differentiation — practice question

The curve is described by the parametric equations $x = \frac{e^{2t} - 2}{e^{2t} + 1}$, $y = e^{3t} + 1$.
(a)[4]

Find an expression for $\frac{dy}{dx}$ written in terms of $t$.

(b)[3]

Find the exact gradient of the curve at the point where it crosses the $y$-axis.

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