Find the derivative of the rational function: .

Answer and explanation

Correct answer: B.

  1. Step 1: Apply quotient rule: . Step 2. Let and . Then and . Step 3. Substitute: . **Answer: . Why not the others:** reverses numerator subtraction.

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