Determining a function graphically from its derivative.

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Directions: Use the slider below to sketch y' = f '(x).
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As the sketch is generated three possible graphs the function y = f(x) 6
are also sketched. Based upon the important features of the graph 4
of y' = f '(x) determine which of the graphs, y = p(x), y = g(x) or y = h(x) 2
represents a sketch of y = f(x). 0
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y' = f '(x) -8
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y = p(x)
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Use the slider to sketch the graph of y' = f '(x). Demos with Positive Impac
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y = g(x)

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y = h(x)

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athdemos.gcsu.edu D. R. Hill
12/30/2006