Practice Second Derivative Test - 4.3 | Chapter 8 Application of Calculus | ICSE Class 12 Mathematics
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Question 1

Easy

Find the critical points for f(x) = x^2 - 4x + 4.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Set the first derivative f'(x) equal to zero.

Question 2

Easy

What does it mean if f''(c) > 0?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about concavity.

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Question 1

What indicates a local maximum in the Second Derivative Test?

  • f''(x) > 0
  • f''(x) < 0
  • f''(x) = 0

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about how concavity relates to maxima.

Question 2

True or False: The Second Derivative Test can always definitively classify critical points.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider scenarios when the second derivative doesn't provide clarity.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Given the function f(x) = x^4 - 4x^3 + 4x, find and classify all of its critical points.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Calculate the first and second derivatives.

Question 2

Using the function f(x) = x^3 - 9x + 7, determine if there exist any points of inflection.

πŸ’‘ Hint: After calculating the second derivative, remember to check signs in the intervals.

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