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The absolute maximum of a function always occurs where the derivative has a critical number.
Whether the statement “The absolute maximum of a function always occurs where the derivative has a critical number” is true or false.
Answer to Problem 1RE
The statement is False.
Explanation of Solution
Let
It may be occur in critical points but not sure.
Therefore, the statement is False.
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