Find derivative using product rule, power rule and chain rule--then simplify and check on Desmos

Published: 12 February 2019
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Question: Find the derivative of (x^3)√[(x^2) - 8]
I know how to solve derivatives, but this one is just a bit daunting and I don't know where to start with it.Let f(x) = x3 √(x2 – 8), find f´(x).

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Written Explanation:

Here is the link to the Desmos graph referenced in the video:https://www.desmos.com/calculator/orb... sure to pause the video and try to work out the problem yourself after you see the initial suggestions.
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