First Derivative Test for Local Maximum

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First Derivative Test for Local Maximum

If $$f'(x)$$ changes sign from positive to negative at $$x=c$$:

$$+\rightarrow-$$

then $$f(c)$$ is a local maximum.

Usage

- Used to classify a critical point using the sign of the first derivative.

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