The derivative of a differentiable function satisfies for and

MATHEMATICS · Subjective · A Level · Mathematics · Differentiation · Differentiation

Problem

The derivative of a differentiable function ff satisfies f′(x)>0f'(x)>0 for −4<x<1-4<x<1 and 3<x<53<x<5, and f′(x)<0f'(x)<0 for 1<x<31<x<3. Identify the interval(s) where ff is increasing and the interval(s) where ff is decreasing.

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