Is the Derivative of f(x)=1/x^3 Correctly Calculated as -3/x^4?

In summary, the conversation is about confirming the correctness of a mathematical statement regarding differentiation and asking if the question belongs in a different forum.
  • #1
DeusAbscondus
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Hello folks,
I simply wish to confirm that the following is correct:

If $f(x)=\frac{1}{x^3}$ then $f'(x)=-\frac{3}{x^{4}}$

Thanks kindly,
DeusAbs

PS Does this most basic of questions properly belong elsewhere; if so, please tell me somone. Perhaps in pre-calculus?
 
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  • #2
DeusAbscondus said:
Hello folks,
I simply wish to confirm that the following is correct:

If $f(x)=\frac{1}{x^3}$ then $f'(x)=-\frac{3}{x^{4}}$

Thanks kindly,
DeusAbs

PS Does this most basic of questions properly belong elsewhere; if so, please tell me somone. Perhaps in pre-calculus?

Correct! (Clapping)
 
  • #3
DeusAbscondus said:
Hello folks,
I simply wish to confirm that the following is correct:

If $f(x)=\frac{1}{x^3}$ then $f'(x)=-\frac{3}{x^{4}}$

Thanks kindly,
DeusAbs

PS Does this most basic of questions properly belong elsewhere; if so, please tell me somone. Perhaps in pre-calculus?

Any questions on differentiation belong in the Calculus forum.
 

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