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Question 650209: Use the graph of the given function to find any relative maxima and relative minima.
f(x) = x3 - 3x2 + 1
https://angel.spcollege.edu/AngelUploads/QuestionData/229ebaa0-8ae3-44dd-bd4c-8574b719efb2/33365W11611533721523.jpg
I just don't understand graphs and how to get the maxima/minima
Answer by ewatrrr(24785) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
 

Hi,

x^3-3x^2+1

Note where the graph changes directions at the blue high point (0,1)

and at the red low point (2,-3)

relative maxima is f(0) = 1  and relative minima is f(2) = -3