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AP Calculus ABeasymcq1 pt

If f(x) = tan(x), then f prime of x =

A.sec squared x
B.sec(x)tan(x)
C.-csc squared x
D.cot(x)

Explanation

Core Concept

The derivative of tan(x) is sec squared x. This is a standard trigonometric derivative.

Correct Answer

Asec squared x

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