Let , where . At , we have . For which values of is a point of local maximum of…

MATHEMATICS · Single correct · AP · Calculus AB · Analytical Applications of Differentiation · Analytical Applications of Differentiation

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Let f(x)=x4+2kx2+1f(x)=x^{4}+2kx^{2}+1, where k∈Rk\in\mathbb{R}. At x=0x=0, we have f′(0)=0f'(0)=0. For which values of kk is x=0x=0 a point of local maximum of ff? (a) k>0k>0 (b) k=0k=0 (c) k<0k<0 (d) k≠0k\neq 0

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