6. Derivative of the Exponential Function
www.intmath.com › 6-derivative-exponentialOct 29, 2021 · If we have an exponential function with some base b, we have the following derivative: `(d(b^u))/(dx)=b^u ln b(du)/(dx)` [These formulas are derived using first principles concepts. See the chapter on Exponential and Logarithmic Functions if you need a refresher on exponential functions before starting this section.] Example 1
MATH1325 Derivatives of Exponential Functions
www.alamo.edu › contentassets › 20691fef0c254307b473exponential function multiplied by the natural log of the base. yb′= ()ln bx. Example 1: Find the derivative of . y =5. x. Solution: Since you have a constant raised to the variable x, the derivative would be equal . to the original function multiplied by the natural log of the base, which is 5. () 5 ln5 5 x. x y y = ′= This derivative rule can be simplified when the base of the exponential function is equal to “e”.