How to differentiate : y = (1 - e^2x)^2 ?

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marissalovescats · Answer

Use the chain rule

mathmale · Answer

This function is, first of all, a ___________ function.

Choice of differentiation rule depends, of course, on what type of function you're starting with.

precal · Answer

do you know how to use the chain rule?

precal · Answer

let us know if you want us to help you with the chain rule

mathmale · Answer

precal and I would LOVE to help you apply the chain rule.   However, we really don't start with the chain rule; there's another, more relevant, rule to apply first.  Which is it?

mathmale · Answer

This function is, first of all, a ___________ function.

Choice of differentiation rule depends, of course, on what type of function you're starting with.