Question

Which rule is used while differentiating expressions involving \[y\] in implicit differentiation?

Options

• The chain rule.

• No differentiation rule is required.

• The constant rule only.

• The quotient rule only.

Answer 1

Expressions involving \[y\] require the chain rule because \[y\] is a function of \[x\]. This is why a factor of \[\frac{dy}{dx}\] appears in the derivative.