(8.2) - The Derivative of the Natural Logarithmic Function MCV4U1 (8.2) - The Derivative of the Natural Logarithmic Function The inverse of the exponential function y = ex Switch x for y Solve for y using Logarithms This Logarithmic function is called the Natural Log Function Pronounced "Lon x"
Find the derivative of y = lnx Rewrite Implicit Differentiation Solve for dy dx Rewrite
Derivative Rules:
Ex.) Differentiate the following, and SIMPLIFY a) b) c)
Ex.) Find the equation of the tangent line to the curve y = x2(1 + lnx) to the point where x = e. Ex.) Determine the Maximum value of the function
Homework: p. 309 - 310 #3, 4, 5ab, 8, 10, 11