(i)[6]
Determine the $x$-coordinates of the stationary points of the curve for $0 < x < \pi$.
(ii)[2]
Find the nature of the stationary point in this interval whose $x$-value is the smallest.
Mathematics 9709 · AS & A Level · Differentiation
Differentiation — practice question
The curve is given by $y = 3\sin x + 4\cos^3 x$.
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