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AP EAMCET · Maths · Application of Derivatives

Given f(x)=x3-4x, if x changes from 2 to 1.99, then the approximate change in the value of f(x) is

  1. A 0.08
  2. B 0.08
  3. C 0.8
  4. D 0.8
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Correct Answer

(B) 0.08

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Detailed explanation

Let, y=x3-4x, Since, we have x=2 and ∆x=-0.01 Now, dydx=3x2-4 ⇒dydxx=2=3x2-4x=2=8 So, ∆y=dydx∆x=8×-0.01=-0.08