Checkpoint: Turning Points Solution
  1. Sketch the equation. Include roots and turning points.
  2. Name the relative minimum and maximum over the interval [1, 3].

 f(x)=(4x+1)(x22x+1)

  1. Sample:
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  1. Relative maximum: (0.167, 1.157)
    Relative minimum: 1, 0
Note

Q: Explain why the graph may not have the maximum number of turning points.

A: Fewer turning points can occur when multiplicities greater than one occur.

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