Mathematics 9709 · AS & A Level · Differentiation

Differentiation — practice question

(i)[4]

A curve is defined by $\frac{dy}{dx} = x^2 - x^{\frac{1}{2}}$. The curve goes through the point $(4, \frac{2}{3})$. Find the equation of the curve.

(ii)[2]

Find the value of $\frac{d^2y}{dx^2}$.

(iii)[5]

Find the coordinates of the stationary point and decide on its nature.

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This 11-mark question has a full step-by-step worked solution and mark scheme. One marking point: Integration completed correctly to $y=\tfrac23x^{\frac{3}{2}}-2x^{\frac{1}{2}}+c$

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