Posted: November 10th, 2015
Math Project
WRITING PROJECT Due
1. State the Mean Value Theorem.
2. Mean Value Theorem Example
Choose 1 of 2 of the following (A,B), then perform the following steps(a,b,c).
A. f(x)=sin^(-1)?(x) on [0,1/2] B. f(x)=x+1/x on [1,3]
a. Determine whether the MVT applies to the function on the given interval.
b. Find the point(s) that are guaranteed to exist by the MVT.
c. Create a graph on a graphing device (such as Desmos.com) and mark the
secant line connecting the endpoints.
Indicate the coordinates (c,f(c) ), and mark the tangent line, where the function
satisfies the conclusion of the
MVT.
3. Rolle’s Theorem
For the function f(x)=x^3-5x^2+6x+2 on [0,3]
a. Determine whether the MVT applies to the function on the given interval.
b. Find the point(s) that are guaranteed to exist by the MVT.
c. Create a graph on a graphing device (such as Desmos.com) and mark the
secant line connecting the endpoints.
Indicate the coordinates (c,f(c) ), and mark the tangent line, where the function
satisfies the conclusion of the
MVT.
d. Why does the slope equal zero?
e. For a general function that satisfies the MVT, if f(a)=f(b), verify what
will we set f^’ (c) equal to every time.
4. CounterExamples
a) Draw a picture of a function that satisfies: -Condition (1) of MVT is
True
-Condition (2) of MVT is False
-Conclusion of MVT is False
b) Draw a picture of a function that satisfies: -Condition (1) of MVT is
True
-Condition (2) of MVT is False
-Conclusion of MVT is True
c) Draw a picture of a function that satisfies: -Condition (1) of MVT is
False
-Condition (2) of MVT is True
-Conclusion of MVT is False
d) Draw a picture of a function that satisfies: -Condition (1) of MVT is
False
-Condition (2) of MVT is True
-Conclusion of MVT is True
e) Draw a picture of a function that satisfies: -Condition (1) of MVT is
False
-Condition (2) of MVT is False
-Conclusion of MVT is False
f) Draw a picture of a function that satisfies: -Condition (1) of MVT is
False
-Condition (2) of MVT is False
-Conclusion of MVT is True
5. Proofs
Choose 2 of 3 of the following (A,B), then prove it.
A. If f^’ (x)=0 for all xin (a,b), then f is constant on (a,b).
B. If f^’ (x)>0 for all xin (a,b), and f is continuous on [a,b], then f(b)>f(a).
C. If f and g are both continuous on [a,b] and differentiable on (a,b), where g
(a)?g(b), then there exists c in (a,b) such that (f^’ (c))/(g^’ (c) )=(f(b)-f(a))/
(g(b)-g(a) ).
Please work in groups of 2 – 4. Reports must be very neat, well-organized, and
stapled. They should be written in complete sentences and typed. You should use
graphing software for any graphs, but can hand draw any charts, derivatives or
equations or diagrams if needed.
Section 1: all typed
Section 2: a) typed b) typed or handwritten c) computer generated graph, highlights
can be handwritten
Section 3: a) typed b) typed or handwritten c) computer generated graph, highlights
can be handwritten
d) typed e) typed or handwritten
Section 4: a-f) label the graphs, computer generated axes, function can be
handwritten
Section 5: typed or handwritten
RUBRIC
Form :
1. Clearly (re)state the problem to be solved (including all the essential
details)?
2. Answer the question that was originally asked?
3. Give acknowledgment where it is due?
Content:
4. Define all variables, terms and notation used?
5. Clearly label diagrams, tables, graphs or other visual representations of the
math?
6. Contain correct mathematics?
Presentation:
7. Use correct spelling, grammar and punctuation?
8. Look neat?
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