Mathematics

Mathematics

Problem

For the function r(x)=3x4−2x3+x2−5r(x)=3x^{4}-2x^{3}+x^{2}-5, the instantaneous rate of change at x=1x=1 is required. a. (a) Write the limit that represents r′(1)r'(1). b. (b) Evaluate this limit exactly to find r′(1)r'(1). c. (c) Using h=0.0001h=0.0001, compute the numerical difference quotient r(1+h)−r(1)h\dfrac{r(1+h)-r(1)}{h} and compare it with the value obtained in part (b) correct to four decimal places.

Browse the problem library