AP Calculus ABeasymcq1 pt
A relative maximum occurs where f'(x) changes from:
A.Positive to negative
B.Negative to positive
C.Zero to undefined
D.Positive to zero
Explanation
Core Concept
A relative maximum occurs when f'(x) changes from positive to negative—the function increases to the point and then decreases after it. This is the First Derivative Test.
Correct Answer
APositive to negative
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