Math Problem Statement

Determine the behavior of the function f(x) = x^2 - ax^2 - bx + 12 in terms of increasing/decreasing intervals, concavity, and critical points.

Solution

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  1. Determine the direction of f(x)=x2ax2bx+12f(x) = x^2 - ax^2 - bx + 12:

    • This appears to be asking for an analysis of the function's behavior, specifically its increasing and decreasing intervals. You would typically take the derivative of f(x)f(x), set f(x)=0f'(x) = 0 to find critical points, and analyze these points to determine whether f(x)f(x) is increasing or decreasing around them.
  2. Concave up or down:

    • This part is about the concavity of the function, which involves the second derivative f(x)f''(x).

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Calculus
Function Analysis
Derivative
Second Derivative
Concavity
Critical Points

Formulas

f'(x) = derivative of f(x)
f''(x) = second derivative of f(x)

Theorems

First Derivative Test
Second Derivative Test

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 10-12