Partial Differentials of two functions with 2 variables each

In summary, to find ∂s/∂V (holding h constant) and ∂h/∂V (holding r constant), we can use the equations V = π*r^2*h and S = 2π*r*h + 2*π*r^2. By taking the partial derivative of S with respect to V, we can find ∂s/∂V. Similarly, by taking the partial derivative of S with respect to h, we can find ∂h/∂V.
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CorvusCorax
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From the two equations given below, find ∂s/∂V (holding h constant) and ∂h/∂V (holding r constant
V = π*r^2*h, S = 2π*r*h + 2*π*r^2
Not entirely sure where to start...
 
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Welcome to PF!

Hi CorvusCorax! Welcome to PF! :smile:
CorvusCorax said:
… find ∂s/∂V (holding h constant)

V = π*r^2*h, S = 2π*r*h + 2*π*r^2

What is S as a function of V and h ? :wink:
 
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tiny-tim said:
Hi CorvusCorax! Welcome to PF! :smile:


What is S as a function of V and h ? :wink:

Thanks. Been a lurker for years on several sites, decided it is probably time to join up for my own questions.

I'd say the first part of S, 2*pi*r*h, is just V'. I guess I could say 2*pi*r^2 is equivalent to 2*(V/h). So at that point just take the partial w/respect to V?
 
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CorvusCorax said:
I guess I could say 2*pi*r^2 is equivalent to 2*(V/h).

Yes. :smile:
I'd say the first part of S, 2*pi*r*h, is just V'.

No, that's not an expression in V and h. :redface:

(and now I'm off to bed :zzz:)
 

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What is the definition of a partial differential?

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