Concept explainers
a.
To find the slope of the graph of the given function at the given point.
a.
Answer to Problem 60RE
Explanation of Solution
Given:
Concept used:
The formula for the slope at any point on the graph of a function
Calculation:
Given,
Now the formula for the slope of the function
Now substituting the point
b.
To find the slope of the graph of the given function at the given point.
b.
Answer to Problem 60RE
Explanation of Solution
Given:
Calculation:
From subpart (a), we have the formula for the slope as,
Now substituting the point
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