In differential calculus, what is the derivative of the product function ?

Answer and explanation

Correct answer: D.

  1. Step 1: Apply product rule: . Step 2. , . . **Answer: . Why not the others:** differentiates only the first factor; differentiates only the second factor; differentiates incorrectly.

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