Comparing Local and Relative Max/Min

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Local maxima and minima are points on a graph that represent the highest or lowest values within a specific interval, while relative maxima and minima refer to the highest or lowest values in the entire function. The terms "local extremum" and "relative extremum" are often used interchangeably. In the context of the provided question, the correct answer is confirmed to be option b. Understanding these distinctions is crucial for analyzing graph behavior and function optimization.
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the question is http://home.earthlink.net/~urban-xrisis/clip_image002.jpg

what is the difference between a local max/min and a relative max/min?

is the correct answer b?
 
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UrbanXrisis said:
the question is http://home.earthlink.net/~urban-xrisis/clip_image002.jpg

what is the difference between a local max/min and a relative max/min?

is the correct answer b?
Your answer "b" is CORRECT.
"Local Extremum" and "Relative Extremum" are the same.


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Yes, the correct answer is b. A local max/min is a point on a graph that is the highest or lowest point in a specific interval, while a relative max/min is a point on a graph that is the highest or lowest point in the entire function.
 

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