Candidates for Absolute Extrema

Rarely Tested

Candidates for Absolute Extrema

For a continuous function on $$[a,b]$$, absolute extrema can occur at:

$$x=a,\quad x=b$$

or at critical points inside:

$$(a,b)$$

Usage

- Used as the standard procedure for finding absolute maximum and minimum values.

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.