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The functions \(f, g\) and \(h\) satisfy the relations \( f'(x)=g(x+1) \) and \( g'(x)=h(x-1) \). Then \( f''(2x) \) is equal to

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When derivatives are nested, repeatedly apply substitution carefully — especially shifting arguments like \(x+1\) or \(x-1\).
Updated On: May 8, 2026
  • \(h(2x)\)
  • \(4h(2x)\)
  • \(h(2x-1)\)
  • \(h(2x+1)\)
  • \(2h'(2x)\)
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Solution and Explanation

Concept: We are given nested derivative relations: \[ f'(x)=g(x+1), \quad g'(x)=h(x-1) \] To find \(f''(x)\), we differentiate \(f'(x)\), then substitute carefully using the given relations.

Step 1: Differentiate \(f'(x)\)

\[ f''(x) = \frac{d}{dx}[g(x+1)] \] Using chain rule: \[ f''(x) = g'(x+1) \]

Step 2: Use given relation for \(g'(x)\)

We know: \[ g'(x) = h(x-1) \] Replace \(x\) with \(x+1\): \[ g'(x+1) = h((x+1)-1) \]

Step 3: Simplify

\[ g'(x+1) = h(x) \] Thus: \[ f''(x) = h(x) \]

Step 4: Evaluate at \(2x\)

\[ f''(2x) = h(2x) \]

Step 5: Final Answer

\[ \boxed{h(2x)} \]
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