In differential calculus, what is the second derivative of the trigonometric function ?

Answer and explanation

Correct answer: C.

  1. Step 1: First derivative: . Step 2. Second derivative: . **Answer: . Why not the others:** reverses sign; is first derivative; confuses sine and cosine.

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