Mathematics 9709 · AS & A Level · Differentiation

Differentiation — practice question

Point $A\,(2, 2)$ is located on the curve $y = x^2 - 2x + 2$.
(i)[3]

Find the equation for the tangent to the curve at $A$.

(ii)[4]

The normal to the curve at $A$ meets the curve again at $B$. Find the coordinates of $B$.

(iii)[4]

The tangents at $A$ and $B$ meet at $C$. Find the coordinates of $C$.

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