Derivatives

Business Mathematics
Advanced Diploma in Business Management
National Institute of Business Management
Derivative - f’(x) – dy/dx
We write dx instead of "Δx heads towards 0"
 Derivative Rules

Constant Rule

The slope of a constant value (like 3) is always 0

Linear Function Rule

The slope of a line like 2x is 2, or 3x is 3 etc.

 Derivative Rules

Power Rule
f’(xn) = nx(n-1)
Sum / Difference Rule
 Sums
1. f’(4x5) = ?
2. f’(2x-3) = ?
3. f’(-7x-5) = ?

Find the derivatives of the following functions

• y = x3 – 2x2 - 6x + 8
• y = 4x6 – x2 + 3x + √2
• y = 2x5 + 2x2 - 6x + ᴫ
 Derivative Rules

Power of a function

y = [f(x)]n
 Derivative Rules
Product Rule
If u and v are two functions each involving the variable x only,
 Derivative Rules
Quotient Rule
If u and v are two functions each involving the variable x only,

y=u/v
Derivatives of Exponentials