WAEC Further Mathematics 2015 Question 12

Question 12

Differentiation

Find the minimum value of y = x2 + 6x − 12.

  1. A.−21
  2. B.−12
  3. C.−6
  4. D.−3
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (−21)

Explanation

dy/dx = 2x + 6 = 0 at x = −3; y = 9 − 18 − 12 = −21.