Calculus: How do you differentiate a fraction with a constant in the numerator? Can I use the quotient rule? If so, the constant would be 0, making the entire f' =o, there must be a different method but I can't remember. Help please.

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Calculus: How do you differentiate a fraction with a constant in the numerator?  Can I use the quotient rule?  If so, the constant would be 0, making the entire f' =o, there must be a different method but I can't remember.  Help please.

precal · Answer

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anonymous · Answer

I guess the asker mean:
y = 1/x 
-> y' = - 1/x²

anonymous · Answer

Yes, the actual problem is f(x)=24/x^2+12

anonymous · Answer

so would the constant stay the same?

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