Determine the values of constants a and b so that f(x) = ax^2 + bx has an absolute maximum at the point (1,2).

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Determine the values of constants a and b so
that f(x) = ax^2 + bx has an absolute maximum
at the point (1,2).
Transcribed Image Text:Determine the values of constants a and b so that f(x) = ax^2 + bx has an absolute maximum at the point (1,2).
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