Table of contents
- 0. Functions7h 52m
- Introduction to Functions16m
- Piecewise Functions10m
- Properties of Functions9m
- Common Functions1h 8m
- Transformations5m
- Combining Functions27m
- Exponent rules32m
- Exponential Functions28m
- Logarithmic Functions24m
- Properties of Logarithms34m
- Exponential & Logarithmic Equations35m
- Introduction to Trigonometric Functions38m
- Graphs of Trigonometric Functions44m
- Trigonometric Identities47m
- Inverse Trigonometric Functions48m
- 1. Limits and Continuity2h 2m
- 2. Intro to Derivatives1h 33m
- 3. Techniques of Differentiation3h 18m
- 4. Applications of Derivatives2h 38m
- 5. Graphical Applications of Derivatives6h 2m
- 6. Derivatives of Inverse, Exponential, & Logarithmic Functions2h 37m
- 7. Antiderivatives & Indefinite Integrals1h 26m
- 8. Definite Integrals3h 25m
5. Graphical Applications of Derivatives
Curve Sketching
Problem 4.3.107f
Textbook Question
Interpreting the derivative The graph of f' on the interval [-3,2] is shown in the figure. <IMAGE>
f. Sketch one possible graph of f.

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Analyze the graph of the derivative f' to determine where it is positive, negative, and zero. This will help identify the intervals where the function f is increasing or decreasing.
Identify the critical points where f' changes sign (from positive to negative or vice versa) and where f' equals zero. These points correspond to local maxima, minima, or points of inflection in the graph of f.
Use the information about the intervals of increase and decrease to sketch the general shape of the graph of f. For example, where f' is positive, f should be increasing, and where f' is negative, f should be decreasing.
Consider the behavior of f at the endpoints of the interval [-3, 2]. If the graph of f' indicates any specific values at these points, use them to inform the starting and ending points of your sketch.
Finally, combine all the information gathered to create a smooth curve that reflects the behavior of f based on the analysis of f'. Ensure that the graph is continuous and follows the trends indicated by the derivative.
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