JAMB Mathematics 2004 Question 36

Question 36

Differentiation

Find the derivative of the function y = 2x2(2x − 1) at the point x = −1.

  1. A.−6
  2. B.−4
  3. C.16
  4. D.18
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Answer: C (16)

Explanation

y = 4x3 − 2x2, so dy/dx = 12x2 − 4x = 12 + 4 = 16 at x = −1.