Calculus & Vectors (MCV4U) · Derivatives and Their Applications

Derivatives of exponential and trigonometric functions

Differentiate a*e^(kx), a*sin(kx), or a*cos(kx). Unlimited questions, five difficulty levels, and a full worked solution every time — free.

Practice this skill Curriculum: MCV4U-DC1.5

Try one

Differentiate f(x).

f(x) = ex
  • 2ex
  • −ex
  • ex
  • e2x

Answer: e^x

See one solved, step by step

Differentiate f(x).

f(x) = 6e3x
  • 18e4x
  • −18e3x
  • 6e3x
  • 18e3x
📘 Worked solution
1f'(x) = 18e3xThe derivative of e^(kx) is k*e^(kx) — the exponential reproduces itself, times the inside rate k. Multiply by the outside coefficient 6 as usual.

Ready to master it?

Jump into unlimited practice — your Winny Score tracks you to 100. And if it won't click, a real tutor will make it click: first lesson free.

Start practicing