Second Derivative Test for Maximum

Rarely Tested

Second Derivative Test for Maximum

If:

$$f'(c)=0$$

and:

$$f''(c)<0$$

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

Usage

- Used to classify a stationary point quickly.

No related questions available for this formula yet.

Go back to topics

Join CAT 2026 course by 5-Time CAT 100%iler

Start your IIM journey with the right preparation and crack CAT 2026.