Math Problem Statement

Select all values of x where the function f has a critical point such that f'(x) = 0.

Solution

The problem asks to "Select all values of xx where the function ff has a critical point such that f(x)=0f'(x) = 0."

To find where the derivative f(x)=0f'(x) = 0, we need to look at points where the slope of the tangent line to the curve is horizontal (i.e., where the graph has a local maximum, minimum, or a point of inflection with a horizontal tangent).

Looking at the graph, critical points occur where the slope is zero (i.e., flat spots on the curve):

  • x=6x = -6 (local minimum)
  • x=2x = -2 (local maximum)
  • x=3x = 3 (local minimum)
  • x=6x = 6 (local maximum)

These are the points where f(x)=0f'(x) = 0. So the correct values of xx are:

  • x=6x = -6
  • x=2x = -2
  • x=3x = 3
  • x=6x = 6

Would you like further clarification on how to identify critical points or explore other related concepts?

Here are 5 related questions to consider:

  1. How do you find critical points from the derivative of a function?
  2. What is the significance of f(x)=0f'(x) = 0 in calculus?
  3. How can you determine if a critical point is a local minimum or maximum?
  4. What happens when f(x)f'(x) does not exist at a point but f(x)f(x) is continuous?
  5. How does the second derivative test help classify critical points?

Tip: Critical points occur where the derivative of a function is zero or undefined, and they are essential for finding local extrema (maximums and minimums).

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Calculus
Critical Points
Derivatives

Formulas

f'(x) = 0

Theorems

First Derivative Test

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 10-12