Science:Math Exam Resources/Courses/MATH104/December 2010/Question 01 (k)
• Q1 (a) • Q1 (b) • Q1 (c) • Q1 (d) • Q1 (e) • Q1 (f) • Q1 (g) • Q1 (h) • Q1 (i) • Q1 (j) • Q1 (k) • Q1 (l) • Q1 (m) • Q1 (n) • Q2 (a) • Q2 (b) • Q3 • Q4 • Q5 • Q6 •
Question 01 (k) |
---|
Find the global maximum and global minimum of the function on the interval [-1,8]. |
Make sure you understand the problem fully: What is the question asking you to do? Are there specific conditions or constraints that you should take note of? How will you know if your answer is correct from your work only? Can you rephrase the question in your own words in a way that makes sense to you? |
If you are stuck, check the hint below. Consider it for a while. Does it give you a new idea on how to approach the problem? If so, try it! |
Hint |
---|
What are the critical points? Is the interval of consideration closed? |
Checking a solution serves two purposes: helping you if, after having used the hint, you still are stuck on the problem; or if you have solved the problem and would like to check your work.
|
Solution |
---|
Found a typo? Is this solution unclear? Let us know here.
Please rate my easiness! It's quick and helps everyone guide their studies. On the closed interval , the global maximum/minimum can occur at critical points or at the endpoints. If , then which is never but is undefined at . The only critical point on the interval is at . Now we evaluate at the critical point and at the endpoints: , , and . In comparing these we find the global maximum is occurring at and the global minimum is occurring at . |