Math Problem Statement

Analyze the graph of f(x) and determine the intervals where f'(x) > 0, f'(x) < 0, f''(x) > 0, and f''(x) < 0 using interval notation.

Solution

To address this question, we need to analyze the provided graph of f(x)f(x) to determine where its first derivative f(x)f'(x) and second derivative f(x)f''(x) are positive or negative.

Part A: On which interval(s) is f(x)>0f'(x) > 0?

  • f(x)>0f'(x) > 0 where the graph of f(x)f(x) is increasing. From the graph:
    • The function increases on (0,2)(0, 2) and (4,6)(4, 6).

Part B: On which interval(s) is f(x)<0f'(x) < 0?

  • f(x)<0f'(x) < 0 where the graph of f(x)f(x) is decreasing. From the graph:
    • The function decreases on (,0)(-\infty, 0), (2,4)(2, 4), and (6,)(6, \infty).

Part C: On which interval(s) is f(x)>0f''(x) > 0?

  • f(x)>0f''(x) > 0 where the graph of f(x)f(x) is concave up. From the graph:
    • The function is concave up on (3,5)(3, 5).

Part D: On which interval(s) is f(x)<0f''(x) < 0?

  • f(x)<0f''(x) < 0 where the graph of f(x)f(x) is concave down. From the graph:
    • The function is concave down on (1,3)(1, 3) and (5,7)(5, 7).

Would you like a detailed explanation of how to interpret the derivatives using the graph?


5 Related Questions:

  1. How do you determine intervals of increase and decrease from a graph?
  2. What is the role of the first derivative in finding the slope of a function?
  3. How can concavity be visually identified from a graph?
  4. Why is the second derivative related to concavity changes?
  5. How are critical points related to the first derivative?

Tip: To ensure correct interval notation, always use open intervals for behavior that excludes endpoints.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Calculus
Derivatives
Concavity
Graph Analysis

Formulas

f'(x) > 0: Function is increasing
f'(x) < 0: Function is decreasing
f''(x) > 0: Function is concave up
f''(x) < 0: Function is concave down

Theorems

Derivative test for increasing/decreasing intervals
Concavity and the second derivative

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 11-12 or introductory college-level calculus