Chapter 12: Q. 42 (page 976)
In Exercises 31–52, find the relative maxima, relative minima, and saddle points for the given functions. Determine whether the function has an absolute maximum or absolute minimum as well.
Chapter 12: Q. 42 (page 976)
In Exercises 31–52, find the relative maxima, relative minima, and saddle points for the given functions. Determine whether the function has an absolute maximum or absolute minimum as well.
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