Math Problem Statement

Find the interval of values of x for which the function is decreasing.

Solution

To find the interval where the function f(x)=10x2f(x) = 10 - x^2 is decreasing, we can follow a similar procedure:

  1. Find the derivative f(x)f'(x): The first derivative of the function will indicate the rate of change of f(x)f(x). The function is decreasing where the derivative is negative.

    f(x)=ddx(10x2)f'(x) = \frac{d}{dx} \left( 10 - x^2 \right)

    f(x)=2xf'(x) = -2x

  2. Determine where f(x)<0f'(x) < 0: The function is decreasing where the derivative is less than zero.

    2x<0-2x < 0

    x>0x > 0

Thus, the function f(x)=10x2f(x) = 10 - x^2 is decreasing on the interval (0,)(0, \infty).

Would you like any further details or have any questions?

Here are some related questions you might consider:

  1. What is the interval where the function is increasing?
  2. What are the critical points of the function f(x)=10x2f(x) = 10 - x^2?
  3. How do you determine the maximum value of this function?
  4. What is the vertex of the parabola described by f(x)=10x2f(x) = 10 - x^2?
  5. How can you determine the axis of symmetry of the function f(x)=10x2f(x) = 10 - x^2?

Tip: When analyzing quadratic functions like f(x)=10x2f(x) = 10 - x^2, remember that they represent parabolas. The sign of the x2x^2 term tells you if the parabola opens upwards (minimum point) or downwards (maximum point).

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Calculus
Derivatives
Function Analysis

Formulas

Derivative formula

Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 11-12