How do I state the domain of a function and the domain of its derivative?

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Jones

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on: Jun 19, 2013

Given the original function 7t-4t^2 and its derivative 7-8t, how do i state the domain of the function and domain of the derivative? I'd appreciate any help, thanks.

curlz

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Reply #1 on: Jun 19, 2013

The domain for both the function and its derivative is: any t

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federox

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Reply #2 on: Jun 19, 2013

All real numbers exist for the given function and first derivative. Don't be scared when answering the question! If the function is polynomial, then all real x values must exist!

I hope this helps!

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