Calculus, 10th Edition (Anton)

Published by Wiley
ISBN 10: 0-47064-772-8
ISBN 13: 978-0-47064-772-1

Chapter 2 - The Derivative - 2.4 The Product And Quotient Rules - Exercises Set 2.4 - Page 147: 32

Answer

$x=1+\sqrt 2$ and $x=1-\sqrt 2$

Work Step by Step

The derivative of a function is the slope of the tangent line of that curve. So if we want points where the tangent line is horizontal, its slope must be 0. Then we have to derivate the function using the quotient rule, and after that equal this derivative to zero and solve the quadratic equation, getting the solution. All of that is done on the image below.
Update this answer!

You can help us out by revising, improving and updating this answer.

Update this answer

After you claim an answer you’ll have 24 hours to send in a draft. An editor will review the submission and either publish your submission or provide feedback.