For f(x)=\frac{4}{x-1} what is the equation of the tangent line

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2022-02-15

For f(x)=4x1 what is the equation of the tangent line at x=0?

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Daisie Benitez

Daisie Benitez

Beginner2022-02-16Added 5 answers

Explanation:
we require the gradient of the tangent and a point on it
mtangent=f(x) at x=0
f(x)=4x1=4(x1)1
differentiate using the
chain rule
f(x)=4(x1)2=4(x1)2
f(0)=41=4
and f(0)=41=4(0,4)
y+4=-4x
y=4x4 equation of tangent

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