Given that y = (sin(6x))(sec(2x) ), find dy/dx

We can find dy/dx by using the product rule: If y=uv then dy/dx = u (dv/dx)+ v (du/dx). In this question u= sin(6x) and v= sec(2x).So du/dx= 6cos(6x) and dv/dx=2sec(2x)tan(2x), using our rules for differentiating trig functions.Subbing this into our product rule formula gives us: dy/dx= sin(6x)(2sec(2x)tan(2x)) + sec(2x)(6cos(6x)).So dy/dx = 2sin(6x)sec(2x)tan(2x) + 6cos(6x)sec(2x), and this is our final answer as it cannot be simplified any more.

EH
Answered by Eli H. Maths tutor

3714 Views

See similar Maths A Level tutors

Related Maths A Level answers

All answers ▸

Can you differentiate the following function using two methods:- y = e^(2x+1)


Exponential Growth Equations


A particle A rests on a smooth inclined plane, it is connected to a particle B by a light inextensible string that is passed over a fixed smooth pulley at the top of the plane. B hangs freely. Find the acceleration of the system and tension in the string.


A curve C with an equation y = sin(x)/e^(2x) , 0<x<pi has a stationary point at P. Find the coordinates ofP?


We're here to help

contact us iconContact ustelephone icon+44 (0) 203 773 6020
Facebook logoInstagram logoLinkedIn logo

MyTutor is part of the IXL family of brands:

© 2025 by IXL Learning