Question

h(theta)=5theta sec theta + theta tan theta I am suppose to be finding the derivative

Answer 1

product rule + product rule

Answer 2

I know that but i am not getting very far because of the thetas are they the same as x?

Answer 3

its
θ sec^2(θ)+tan(θ)+5 sec(θ) (1+θ tan(θ))
you'll need to find your trig derivative identities refference sheet, usually found at the front or back of you math text book. this whole probelem uses them

Answer 4

so why do the fives drop out at the beginning?