For the function f (x) = xe¬*: a) Determine the coordinates of the critical point. Use exact values. b) Use the first derivative test (Chart method / Number line) to determine if the critical point is a local minimum or a local maximum.

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For the function f(x) = xe¯*:
a) Determine the coordinates of the critical point. Use exact values.
4.
b) Use the first derivative test (Chart method / Number line) to determine if the critical point is a
local minimum or a local maximum.
Transcribed Image Text:For the function f(x) = xe¯*: a) Determine the coordinates of the critical point. Use exact values. 4. b) Use the first derivative test (Chart method / Number line) to determine if the critical point is a local minimum or a local maximum.
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