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A tank volume V(h)=3h². Find dV/dh at h=t.

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TOPIC 01

Derivatives and their applications: mixed review

A mixed assessment: identify the method, justify it and revise your reasoning.

What you will be able to explain

  • Connect the chapter skills without relying on the order of the exercises.

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Use one hint at a time. A correction explains what changed, not just the final answer.

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A tank volume V(h)=3h². Find dV/dh at h=t.

t=32t=32
  • The difference quotient uses h≠0; differentiability requires a finite common two-sided limit.
Skills and prerequisite lessons

Working and explanation

BUILD THE REASONING

Hint 1
Differentiate the specified function and substitute only after differentiating.
Hint 2
Use this intermediate relation.
dV/dh=6hdV/dh=6h
Worked solution
  1. Differentiate the specified function and substitute only after differentiating.

  2. Apply the stated relation and retain its conditions.

    V′(32)=192V'(32)=192
  3. The derivative is volume change per height change, not necessarily volume change per time.

The requested value is 192.

Checks and common pitfalls: The derivative is volume change per height change, not necessarily volume change per time.

Think first. Reveal a hint when the class is ready.

Focus on one question

Teacher preparation and assessment

Question sequence

  • Ask students to name the relevant condition before calculating.

Board plan

  • Compare valid methods and annotate their conditions.

Anticipated thinking

  • A correct final value may still hide a missing assumption.

Assessment checklist

  • Check the method, conditions, reasoning and interpretation separately.

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