KVPY2010MathematicsApplication of Derivatives
Let f: R R be a differentiable function such that f(a)=0=f(b) and f^ ( . a) f^ (b)>0 for some a < b . Then the minimum number of roots of f^ (x=0 in the interval (a, b) is-
Options
- A3
- B2
- C1
- D0
Correct answer
B. 2
Step-by-step solution
f^ (a), f^ (b)>0 so either both are positive or both are negative f ( a )= f ( b )=0 2 roots