A differentiable function satisfies for

MATHEMATICS · Subjective · AP · Calculus AB · Analytical Applications of Differentiation · Analytical Applications of Differentiation

Problem

A differentiable function ff satisfies f′(x)<0f'(x) < 0 for x<−2x < -2, f′(−2)=0f'(-2) = 0, f′(x)>0f'(x) > 0 for −2<x<1-2 < x < 1, f′(1)=0f'(1) = 0, and f′(x)<0f'(x) < 0 for x>1x > 1. Determine the number of relative (local) maxima of ff and state their xx-coordinate(s).

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