Last updated on August 5th, 2025
We use the derivative of 5sin(x), which is 5cos(x), as a measuring tool for how the sine function changes in response to a slight change in x. Derivatives help us calculate profit or loss in real-life situations. We will now talk about the derivative of 5sin(x) in detail.
We now understand the derivative of 5sin(x). It is commonly represented as d/dx (5sinx) or (5sinx)', and its value is 5cos(x).
The function 5sin(x) has a clearly defined derivative, indicating it is differentiable within its domain.
The key concepts are mentioned below: - Sine Function: sin(x) is a trigonometric function.
- Constant Multiple Rule: Rule for differentiating 5sin(x) (since it involves a constant multiple of sin(x)).
- Cosine Function: cos(x) is the derivative of sin(x).
The derivative of 5sin(x) can be denoted as d/dx (5sinx) or (5sinx)'.
The formula we use to differentiate 5sin(x) is: d/dx (5sinx) = 5cos(x) (5sinx)' = 5cos(x) The formula applies to all x.
We can derive the derivative of 5sin(x) using proofs. To show this, we will use trigonometric identities along with the rules of differentiation. There are several methods we use to prove this, such as:
- By First Principle - Using Constant Multiple Rule We will now demonstrate that the differentiation of 5sin(x) results in 5cos(x) using the above-mentioned methods:
By First Principle The derivative of 5sin(x) can be proved using the First Principle, which expresses the derivative as the limit of the difference quotient.
To find the derivative of 5sin(x) using the first principle, we will consider f(x) = 5sin(x).
Its derivative can be expressed as the following limit. f'(x) = limₕ→₀ [f(x + h) - f(x)] / h … (1) Given that f(x) = 5sin(x), we write f(x + h) = 5sin(x + h). Substituting these into equation (1), f'(x) = limₕ→₀ [5sin(x + h) - 5sin(x)] / h = 5 limₕ→₀ [sin(x + h) - sin(x)] / h We use the formula sin A - sin B = 2cos((A+B)/2)sin((A-B)/2). = 5 limₕ→₀ [2cos((2x + h)/2)sin(h/2)] / h = 5 limₕ→₀ [cos((2x + h)/2)] . limₕ→₀ [sin(h/2)/(h/2)]
Using limit formulas, limₕ→₀ [sin(h)/h] = 1. f'(x) = 5cos(x) Hence, proved.
Using Constant Multiple Rule To prove the differentiation of 5sin(x) using the constant multiple rule, We use the formula: d/dx [c·f(x)] = c·d/dx [f(x)] Let c = 5 and f(x) = sin(x) d/dx (5sinx) = 5·d/dx (sinx) = 5cos(x)
Thus, the derivative is 5cos(x).
When a function is differentiated several times, the derivatives obtained are referred to as higher-order derivatives. Higher-order derivatives can be a little tricky.
To understand them better, think of a car where the speed changes (first derivative) and the rate at which the speed changes (second derivative) also changes.
Higher-order derivatives make it easier to understand functions like 5sin(x). For the first derivative of a function, we write f′(x), which indicates how the function changes or its slope at a certain point.
The second derivative is derived from the first derivative, which is denoted using f′′(x). Similarly, the third derivative, f′′′(x) is the result of the second derivative and this pattern continues.
For the nth Derivative of 5sin(x), we generally use fⁿ(x) for the nth derivative of a function f(x) which tells us the change in the rate of change.
When x is π/2, the derivative is 5cos(π/2), which is 0 because cos(π/2) = 0. When x is 0, the derivative of 5sin(x) = 5cos(0), which is 5 because cos(0) = 1.
Students frequently make mistakes when differentiating 5sin(x). These mistakes can be resolved by understanding the proper solutions. Here are a few common mistakes and ways to solve them:
Calculate the derivative of (5sinx·cos(x))
Here, we have f(x) = 5sinx·cos(x). Using the product rule, f'(x) = u′v + uv′ In the given equation, u = 5sinx and v = cos(x).
Let’s differentiate each term, u′= d/dx (5sinx) = 5cos(x) v′= d/dx (cos(x)) = -sin(x)
Substituting into the given equation, f'(x) = (5cos(x)).(cos(x)) + (5sinx).(-sin(x))
Let’s simplify terms to get the final answer, f'(x) = 5cos²(x) - 5sin²(x)
Thus, the derivative of the specified function is 5cos²(x) - 5sin²(x).
We find the derivative of the given function by dividing the function into two parts. The first step is finding its derivative and then combining them using the product rule to get the final result.
AXB International School installed a pendulum. The displacement is represented by the function y = 5sin(x), where y represents the displacement of the pendulum at angle x. If x = π/6 radians, measure the rate of change of displacement.
We have y = 5sin(x) (rate of change of displacement)...(1)
Now, we will differentiate the equation (1) Take the derivative 5sin(x): dy/dx = 5cos(x) Given x = π/6 (substitute this into the derivative) 5cos(π/6) = 5(√3/2)
Hence, we get the rate of change of displacement at x= π/6 as 5√3/2.
We find the rate of change of displacement at x= π/6 as 5√3/2, which means that at a given point, the displacement of the pendulum changes at this rate.
Derive the second derivative of the function y = 5sin(x).
The first step is to find the first derivative, dy/dx = 5cos(x)...(1)
Now we will differentiate equation (1) to get the second derivative: d²y/dx² = d/dx [5cos(x)] = -5sin(x)
Therefore, the second derivative of the function y = 5sin(x) is -5sin(x).
We use the step-by-step process, where we start with the first derivative. We differentiate the first derivative to find the second derivative.
Prove: d/dx ((5sin(x))²) = 10sin(x)cos(x).
Let’s start using the chain rule: Consider y = (5sin(x))² = [5sin(x)]² To differentiate, we use the chain rule: dy/dx = 2[5sin(x)]·d/dx [5sin(x)] = 2[5sin(x)]·5cos(x) = 10sin(x)cos(x) Hence proved.
In this step-by-step process, we used the chain rule to differentiate the equation. Then, we replace the function with its derivative. As a final step, we simplify to derive the equation.
Solve: d/dx (5sin(x)/x)
To differentiate the function, we use the quotient rule: d/dx (5sin(x)/x) = (d/dx (5sin(x)).x - 5sin(x).d/dx(x))/x²
We will substitute d/dx (5sin(x)) = 5cos(x) and d/dx(x) = 1 = (5cos(x).x - 5sin(x).1)/x² = (5xcos(x) - 5sin(x))/x²
Therefore, d/dx (5sin(x)/x) = (5xcos(x) - 5sin(x))/x²
In this process, we differentiate the given function using the quotient rule. As a final step, we simplify the equation to obtain the final result.
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