Differentiation / Chain rule - Splitting Logarithms

In summary, the conversation discusses applying a rule for differentiation incorrectly and provides a correction for it. The rule is used to split a logarithmic function and is explained using an example.
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Homework Statement



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Use the top line to get 1) and 2)

Homework Equations


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The Attempt at a Solution


So for 2) split the log up using ##log (AB)=log (A) + log (B) ## and this is simple enough

I think I may be doing something stupid with 1) though. I have

##\frac{\partial}{\partial \tau} log (\eta(\frac{-1}{\tau})) = \frac{\partial}{\partial \tau} log (\eta(\tau)) \frac{\partial}{\partial \tau}(\frac{-1}{\tau})= \frac{1}{\tau^2} \frac{ \pi i}{12} E_2(\tau)##
 
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##(f(g(x)))^\prime = f^\prime(g(x))g^\prime(x)##

You applied the rule incorrectly,

##\displaystyle \frac{\partial}{\partial \tau} log (\eta(\frac{-1}{\tau})) = \frac{\partial}{\partial \tau} log (\eta(\color{red}{\frac{-1}{\tau}})) \frac{\partial}{\partial \tau}(\frac{-1}{\tau})= \frac{1}{\tau^2} \frac{ \pi i}{12} E_2(\color{red}{\frac{-1}{\tau}})##
 

Related to Differentiation / Chain rule - Splitting Logarithms

What is differentiation?

Differentiation is a mathematical process used to find the rate of change of a function. It involves calculating the slope of a curve at a specific point, which gives us information about how the function is changing at that point.

What is the chain rule?

The chain rule is a formula used to find the derivative of a composite function. This means that if a function is made up of two or more functions, the chain rule tells us how to find the derivative of the overall function by using the derivatives of the individual functions.

How do you use the chain rule?

To use the chain rule, you first need to identify the composite function and its individual components. Then, you can apply the chain rule formula, which is d/dx(f(g(x))) = f'(g(x)) * g'(x). This means that you take the derivative of the outer function and multiply it by the derivative of the inner function.

Why is the chain rule important?

The chain rule is important because it allows us to find the derivatives of more complex functions. Many real-world problems involve composite functions, and the chain rule provides us with a way to analyze and solve these problems.

Can the chain rule be applied to any composite function?

Yes, the chain rule can be applied to any composite function, as long as the derivatives of the individual functions exist. However, it may become more complicated when dealing with multiple layers of composite functions, and additional rules may need to be applied.

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