For real parameter

MATHEMATICS · Multi-part · A Level · Mathematics · Differentiation · Differentiation

Problem

For real parameter kk, define pk(x)=x3−3kxp_k(x)=x^{3}-3k x. Suppose pkp_k is known to have a relative extremum at x=2x=2. (a) Calculate the value of kk that satisfies this condition. (b) Determine whether the extremum at x=2x=2 is a relative maximum or a relative minimum, and justify your answer using an appropriate sign analysis of pk′(x)p_k'(x).

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