Mathematics 9709 · AS & A Level · Differentiation

Differentiation — practice question

The curve is given by $y = \frac{1}{2}e^{2x} - 5e^x + 4x$.

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Find the exact $x$-coordinate for each stationary point of the curve and determine the nature of each stationary point.

Worked solution & mark scheme

This 6-mark question has a full step-by-step worked solution and mark scheme. One marking point: “Obtain the derivative $2e^{2x} - 5e^x$” …