Calculus challenge problem part C and beyond

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I have this calculus challenge problem (found here: http://firstyr.appsci.queensu.ca/apsc171/chall1.pdf )

I was able to answer part a and b, however I am unsure how to approach c and onwards

does anyone have any suggestions?
 
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Is it not just a matter or letting in your equation: [itex]\varepsilon = \varepsilon + \Delta \varepsilon[/tex]<br /> <br /> So you have:<br /> <br /> [tex]V(x) = x^4 - 4x^3 + (\varepsilon + \Delta \varepsilon)x^2 + \delta x + 5[/tex]<br /> <br /> Differentiating the above with respect to x, knowing that [itex]\delta x = 0[/itex] then equalising to 0 and solving for x and rearranging for [itex]\Delta \varepsilon[/itex]? Not entirely sure what the question is asking so not sure.<br /> <br /> Although thinking about it you would probably have to show which V'(x) = 0 is the minimum.[/itex]
 
any other suggestions people?
I still seem to be having trouble
 
What is your trouble ?