Textbook Question
Finding Antiderivatives
In Exercises 1–16, find an antiderivative for each function. Do as many as you can mentally. Check your answers by differentiation.
−3x⁻⁴
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Ch. 4 - Applications of Derivatives
Hass15th EditionThomas' CalculusISBN: 9780137616077
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Table of contents
- Ch. 1 - Functions155
- Ch. 2 - Limits and Continuity240
- Ch. 3 - Derivatives337
- Ch. 4 - Applications of Derivatives293
- Ch. 5 - Integrals41
- Ch. 6 - Applications of Definite Integrals25
- Ch. 7 - Transcendental Functions490
- Ch. 8 - Techniques of Integration399
- Ch. 9 - First-Order Differential Equations66
- Ch. 10 - Infinite Sequences and Series132
- Ch. 11 - Parametric Equations and Polar Coordinates58
Chapter 4, Problem 4.3.59a
Identifying Extrema
In Exercises 53–60:
a. Find the local extrema of each function on the given interval, and say where they occur.
f(x) = csc²x − 2cot x, 0 < x < π
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To find the local extrema of the function \( f(x) = \csc^2 x - 2 \cot x \) on the interval \( 0 < x < \pi \), we first need to find the derivative \( f'(x) \).
Recall that \( \csc x = \frac{1}{\sin x} \) and \( \cot x = \frac{\cos x}{\sin x} \). Use the chain rule and quotient rule to differentiate \( \csc^2 x \) and \( \cot x \).
The derivative of \( \csc^2 x \) is \( -2 \csc^2 x \cot x \), and the derivative of \( -2 \cot x \) is \( 2 \csc^2 x \). Therefore, \( f'(x) = -2 \csc^2 x \cot x + 2 \csc^2 x \).
Set \( f'(x) = 0 \) to find critical points: \( -2 \csc^2 x \cot x + 2 \csc^2 x = 0 \). Simplify to find \( \cot x = 1 \).
Solve \( \cot x = 1 \) within the interval \( 0 < x < \pi \) to find the critical points. Evaluate \( f(x) \) at these critical points to determine the local extrema.
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Trigonometric Functions
Understanding the trigonometric functions involved, such as cosecant (csc) and cotangent (cot), is crucial. The cosecant function is the reciprocal of sine, and cotangent is the reciprocal of tangent. These functions have specific properties and behaviors, especially within the interval 0 < x < π, which affect the function's behavior and the location of extrema.
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Derivatives and Critical Points
To find local extrema, we need to calculate the derivative of the function and identify critical points where the derivative is zero or undefined. These points are potential candidates for local maxima or minima. Analyzing the derivative helps determine the function's increasing or decreasing behavior, which is essential for locating extrema.
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Interval Analysis
The given interval, 0 < x < π, restricts the domain of the function, affecting where extrema can occur. It's important to consider the behavior of the function at the boundaries and within this interval. Since trigonometric functions can have discontinuities or undefined points, careful analysis within the specified range is necessary to accurately identify local extrema.
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Textbook Question
Identifying Extrema
In Exercises 53–60:
a. Find the local extrema of each function on the given interval, and say where they occur.
f(x) = x / 2 − 2sin (x/2), 0 ≤ x ≤ 2π
Textbook Question
Identifying Extrema
In Exercises 63 and 64, the graph of f' is given. Assume that f has domain (-2, 2).
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a. Either use the graph to determine which intervals f is increasing on and which intervals f is decreasing on, or explain why this information cannot be determined from the graph.
Textbook Question
Finding Antiderivatives
In Exercises 1–16, find an antiderivative for each function. Do as many as you can mentally. Check your answers by differentiation.
(3/2)√x
Textbook Question
Finding Antiderivatives
In Exercises 1–16, find an antiderivative for each function. Do as many as you can mentally. Check your answers by differentiation.
1 / x²
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Textbook Question
Finding Antiderivatives
In Exercises 1–16, find an antiderivative for each function. Do as many as you can mentally. Check your answers by differentiation.
sec²x
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