Consider the function defined for .

MATHEMATICS · Multi-part · AP · Calculus AB · Analytical Applications of Differentiation · Analytical Applications of Differentiation

Problem

Consider the function g(x)=ln⁡xg(x)=\ln x defined for x>0x>0. (i) Find g′(x)g'(x). (ii) Determine g′′(x)g''(x). (iii) Using the sign of g′′(x)g''(x), explain the concavity of the graph of gg on its domain and state whether the graph possesses any point of inflection.

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