Mathematics 9709 · AS & A Level · Differentiation

Differentiation — practice question

The curve is defined by $\frac{dy}{dx} = -x^2 + 5x - 4$.
(i)[2]

Determine the $x$-coordinate for each stationary point on the curve.

(ii)[3]

Obtain an expression for $\frac{d^2y}{dx^2}$ and then, or in another way, determine the nature of each stationary point.

(iii)[4]

Given that the curve goes through the point $(6, 2)$, determine the equation of the curve.

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This 9-mark question has a full step-by-step worked solution and mark scheme. One marking point: Sets $\dfrac{dy}{dx}=0$ and makes an attempt to solve it.

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