Inverse function derivatives appear on the AP exam both as a concept and with specific inverse trig functions.
General Inverse Function Derivative
If , then:
Inverse Trig Derivatives
With chain rule: .
Worked Example
. . Find .
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Practice Problems
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- . Find given .
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Key Takeaways
where .
Know the three inverse trig derivatives.
Apply chain rule for compositions.
