Instructional Video

Quotient Rule

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It takes a few more steps than just dividing. Given a function that is the quotient of two other functions, the resource finds the derivative. The seventh video in a series of 31 introduces the quotient rule to find derivatives. The presenter works through the process to find the simplified version of the derivative.

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Instructional Ideas
  • Have students use colored pencils to keep track of the functions and their derivatives
Classroom Considerations
  • Class members should understand the exponent rules specifically for integers
  • Requires knowledge of the power rule for finding derivatives
  • This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
  • Uses both notations for a derivative
  • Includes all the steps to simplify the expression
Cons
  • None