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Which of the following corresponds to the derivative of f(x)=xe^x, using the primary definition of a derivative, reduced to its simplest form before taking the limit?

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Which of the following corresponds to the derivative of f(x)=xe^x, using the primary-example-1
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Final answer:

The derivative of f(x) = xe^x using the primary definition of a derivative is (1+x)e^x.

Step-by-step explanation:

The derivative of f(x) = xe^x using the primary definition of a derivative, reduced to its simplest form before taking the limit, can be found using the product rule.

  1. Apply the product rule which states that the derivative of (uv) is u'v + uv'
  2. Let u = x and v = e^x
  3. Find u' and v'
  4. Substitute the values into the product rule formula
  5. Simplify the expression to its simplest form

Therefore, the derivative of f(x) = xe^x is (1+x)e^x.

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