Mathematics 9709 · AS & A Level · Differentiation

Differentiation — practice question

The curve is defined by $\frac{dy}{dx}=kx^3+\frac{2}{x^2}$, where $k$ is a constant. It passes through $S(2,20)$, and the gradient at $S$ is $\frac{65}{2}$.
(a)[1]

Find $k$.

(b)[5]

The coordinates of a point $T$ on the curve are $(1,t)$. Find $t$.

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