AP-CALCBC-5.3-5.5

U5.3 First Derivative Analysis: Increasing/Decreasing and Local Extrema

Use the sign of f'(x) to determine intervals where f is increasing or decreasing, apply the First Derivative Test for local extrema, and identify absolute extrema using the Candidates Test on closed intervals.

What you'll do in this lesson

A voice-first session with the Crimsora tutor on U5.3 First Derivative Analysis: Increasing/Decreasing and Local Extrema, then targeted practice and FRQs — with the tutor adapting to where you get stuck.