Suppose that g(x) has a critical number at c such that a < c< b and g'(x) > 0 for x < c and g'(x) < 0 for x > c. Determine the location of the absolute maximum and absolute minimum of g(x) on the interval [a,b] or say that there is not enough information to make a conclusion. Write one sentence to explain your answer.

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Suppose that g(x) has a critical number at c such that a <
c< b and g'(x) > 0 for x < c and g'(x) < 0 for x > c.
Determine the location of the absolute maximum and
absolute minimum of g(x) on the interval [a,b] or say that
there is not enough information to make a conclusion.
Write one sentence to explain your answer.
Transcribed Image Text:Suppose that g(x) has a critical number at c such that a < c< b and g'(x) > 0 for x < c and g'(x) < 0 for x > c. Determine the location of the absolute maximum and absolute minimum of g(x) on the interval [a,b] or say that there is not enough information to make a conclusion. Write one sentence to explain your answer.
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