Math Problem Statement

Solve the inequalities f'(x) > 0 and f'(x) < 0 using symbolic notation and intervals.

Solution

To solve these inequalities, we need information about the function f(x)f'(x). The task asks for the intervals where f(x)>0f'(x) > 0 (where the derivative is positive, indicating that the function f(x)f(x) is increasing) and f(x)<0f'(x) < 0 (where the derivative is negative, indicating that f(x)f(x) is decreasing).

However, the problem hints that the solution should use information from where f(x)=0f'(x) = 0, which is likely from a previous part (part (a) as mentioned). To proceed, we need to:

  1. Identify the critical points, which are the points where f(x)=0f'(x) = 0 or f(x)f'(x) is undefined.
  2. Analyze the behavior of f(x)f'(x) around these critical points to determine where it is positive and negative.

Could you provide more details or information from part (a) or describe the function f(x)f'(x)? This will help me to determine the intervals properly.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Calculus
Derivative
Inequalities

Formulas

Derivative of a function f'(x)
Interval notation for inequalities

Theorems

First Derivative Test
Critical Points Analysis

Suitable Grade Level

College level - Calculus