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tandoorichicken
Dec18-03, 08:28 PM
For what value of k will x + \frac{k}{x} have a relative maximum at x= -2?

HallsofIvy
Dec18-03, 08:37 PM
Looks straight forward to me.

In order to have a critical point at all we must have f'(x)= 0.
What is the derivative of f? In order that there be a critical point at x= -2, put x= -2 in f'(x)= 0 and solve for k.

himanshu121
Dec18-03, 11:39 PM
Hey Tandoori
Most of ur Qs are straightforward

So it is better if u show ur attempt also