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Suppose $f(x)$ is a function whose second derivative exists and is continuous for all real numbers.True or false: if $f^{\prime \prime}(3)=0$, then $x=3$ is an inflection point of $f(x)$.Remark: compare to Question 3.6.7.7
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An inflection point of a function \( f(x) \) is a point on the graph of the function where the concavity changes. This means that the second derivative \( f''(x) \) changes sign at that point. Show more…
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