Mean Value Theorem Consider the graph of the function
(see figure).
(a) Find the equation of the secant line joining the points
(b) Use the Mean Value Theorem to determine a point t in the interval
(c) Find the equation of the tangent line through c.
(d) Use a graphing utility to graph f. the secant line, and the tangent line.
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