In this lesson, we will look at how to find the derivatives of inverse trigonometric functions.
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The following table gives the formula for the derivatives of the inverse trigonometric functions. Scroll down the page for more examples and solutions on how to use the formulas.
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Example:
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Solution:
We can use the above formula and the chain rule.

Example:
Differentiate ![]()
Solution:
We use the product rule and chain rule.

Inverse Trigonometric Functions - Derivatives
Formulas for the derivatives of the six inverse trig functions and derivative examples.
Examples:
Find the derivatives of the following functions
Inverse Trigonometric Functions - Derivatives - Harder Example
Example:
Find the derivatives of
y = sec-1√(1 + x2)
Inverse Trigonometric Functions - Derivatives - Harder Example
Example:
Find the derivatives of
y = sin-1(cos x/(1+sinx))
Derivatives of Inverse Trig Functions
One example does not require the chain rule and one example requires the chain rule.
Examples:
Find the derivatives of each given function.
Derivatives of Inverse Trig Functions
Examples:
Find the derivatives of each given function.
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