Last updated on July 21st, 2025
We use the derivative of ln(1+2x), which is 2/(1+2x), as a tool for understanding how the natural logarithm 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 ln(1+2x) in detail.
We now understand the derivative of ln(1+2x). It is commonly represented as d/dx (ln(1+2x)) or (ln(1+2x))', and its value is 2/(1+2x). The function ln(1+2x) has a clearly defined derivative, indicating it is differentiable within its domain. The key concepts are mentioned below: Logarithmic Function: (ln(x) is the natural logarithm function). Chain Rule: Rule for differentiating composite functions like ln(1+2x). Reciprocal Rule: Used when differentiating functions involving reciprocals.
The derivative of ln(1+2x) can be denoted as d/dx (ln(1+2x)) or (ln(1+2x))'. The formula we use to differentiate ln(1+2x) is: d/dx (ln(1+2x)) = 2/(1+2x)
We can derive the derivative of ln(1+2x) using proofs. To show this, we will use the rules of differentiation along with the chain rule. There are several methods we use to prove this, such as: By Chain Rule By Logarithmic Differentiation We will now demonstrate that the differentiation of ln(1+2x) results in 2/(1+2x) using the above-mentioned methods: Using Chain Rule To prove the differentiation of ln(1+2x) using the chain rule, Consider u = 1+2x. Then, ln(1+2x) = ln(u). The derivative of ln(u) with respect to u is 1/u. By using the chain rule, the derivative of ln(1+2x) with respect to x is: d/dx [ln(u)] = (1/u) · du/dx = (1/(1+2x)) · 2 = 2/(1+2x) Hence, proved. Using Logarithmic Differentiation Consider y = ln(1+2x). By implicitly differentiating, we have: d/dx [ln(y)] = d/dx [ln(1+2x)] Using the chain rule, dy/dx = (1/(1+2x)) · 2 dy/dx = 2/(1+2x) Thus, proved.
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 ln(1+2x). 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 ln(1+2x), we generally use fⁿ(x) for the nth derivative of a function f(x) which tells us the change in the rate of change. (continuing for higher-order derivatives).
When x is such that 1+2x = 0, the derivative is undefined because ln(1+2x) is undefined there. When x is 0, the derivative of ln(1+2x) = 2/(1+2*0) = 2.
Students frequently make mistakes when differentiating ln(1+2x). 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 ln(1+2x) * x²
Here, we have f(x) = ln(1+2x) * x². Using the product rule, f'(x) = u′v + uv′ In the given equation, u = ln(1+2x) and v = x². Let’s differentiate each term, u′= d/dx (ln(1+2x)) = 2/(1+2x) v′= d/dx (x²) = 2x Substituting into the given equation, f'(x) = (2/(1+2x)) * x² + ln(1+2x) * 2x Let’s simplify terms to get the final answer, f'(x) = 2x²/(1+2x) + 2x ln(1+2x) Thus, the derivative of the specified function is 2x²/(1+2x) + 2x ln(1+2x).
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.
The height of a plant is represented by the function h(x) = ln(1+2x), where h represents the height in cm at a time x in weeks. If x = 3 weeks, measure the growth rate of the plant.
We have h(x) = ln(1+2x) (growth rate of the plant)...(1) Now, we will differentiate the equation (1) Take the derivative of ln(1+2x): dh/dx = 2/(1+2x) Given x = 3 (substitute this into the derivative) dh/dx = 2/(1+2*3) = 2/7 Hence, we get the growth rate of the plant at a time x = 3 weeks as 2/7 cm per week.
We find the growth rate of the plant at x = 3 weeks as 2/7 cm per week, which means that at a given point, the height of the plant is increasing at this rate.
Derive the second derivative of the function y = ln(1+2x).
The first step is to find the first derivative, dy/dx = 2/(1+2x)...(1) Now we will differentiate equation (1) to get the second derivative: d²y/dx² = d/dx [2/(1+2x)] Here we use the quotient rule, d²y/dx² = -2 * 2/(1+2x)² = -4/(1+2x)² Therefore, the second derivative of the function y = ln(1+2x) is -4/(1+2x)².
We use the step-by-step process, where we start with the first derivative. Using the quotient rule, we differentiate 2/(1+2x). We then simplify the terms to find the final answer.
Prove: d/dx ((ln(1+2x))²) = 2 ln(1+2x) * 2/(1+2x).
Let’s start using the chain rule: Consider y = (ln(1+2x))² To differentiate, we use the chain rule: dy/dx = 2 ln(1+2x) * d/dx [ln(1+2x)] Since the derivative of ln(1+2x) is 2/(1+2x), dy/dx = 2 ln(1+2x) * 2/(1+2x) Substituting y = (ln(1+2x))², d/dx ((ln(1+2x))²) = 2 ln(1+2x) * 2/(1+2x) Hence proved.
In this step-by-step process, we used the chain rule to differentiate the equation. Then, we replace ln(1+2x) with its derivative. As a final step, we substitute y = (ln(1+2x))² to derive the equation.
Solve: d/dx (ln(1+2x)/x)
To differentiate the function, we use the quotient rule: d/dx (ln(1+2x)/x) = (d/dx (ln(1+2x)) * x - ln(1+2x) * d/dx(x))/x² We will substitute d/dx (ln(1+2x)) = 2/(1+2x) and d/dx (x) = 1 = ((2/(1+2x)) * x - ln(1+2x) * 1) / x² = (2x/(1+2x) - ln(1+2x)) / x² Therefore, d/dx (ln(1+2x)/x) = (2x/(1+2x) - ln(1+2x)) / x²
In this process, we differentiate the given function using the product rule and quotient rule. As a final step, we simplify the equation to obtain the final result.
Derivative: The derivative of a function indicates how the given function changes in response to a slight change in x. Logarithmic Function: The natural logarithm function is represented as ln(x). Chain Rule: A rule used to differentiate composite functions. Quotient Rule: A rule used to differentiate functions that are ratios of other functions. Domain: The set of all possible input values (x-values) for which a function is defined.
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