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If $y = e^{-x^2}$, then $\dfrac{d^2y}{dx^2} + 2x\dfrac{dy}{dx}$ is equal to:
If $y = e^{-x^2}$, then $\dfrac{d^2y}{dx^2} + 2x\dfrac{dy}{dx}$ is equal to:
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Express derivatives in terms of $y$ to simplify expressions quickly.
Updated On: Apr 24, 2026
- $2y$
- $-2y$
- $-\frac{y}{2}$
- $-y$
- $y$
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The Correct Option is B
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