(a)[4]
Find the equation that describes the curve.
(b)[2]
Find the value of $x$ at the stationary point.
(c)[1]
State the set of $x$ values for which $y$ increases as $x$ increases.
Mathematics 9709 · AS & A Level · Differentiation
Differentiation — practice question
The curve is defined by $\frac{dy}{dx} = 3x^{\frac{1}{2}} - 3x^{-\frac{1}{2}}$. It passes through the point $(3, 5)$.