Question 1 (50%) Given a function f(x) = where x ε R. (a) Determine f' (x). (b) Determine f"(x). Find the condition(s) for x under which f(x) is strictly convex.

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Given a function f(x) = −x
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(a) Determine f′(x).
(b) Determine f′′(x). Find the condition(s) for x under which f(x) is strictly convex.

Question 1 (50%)
Given a function f(x) =
where x ε R.
(a) Determine f' (x).
(b) Determine f"(x). Find the condition(s) for x under which f(x) is strictly convex.
Transcribed Image Text:Question 1 (50%) Given a function f(x) = where x ε R. (a) Determine f' (x). (b) Determine f"(x). Find the condition(s) for x under which f(x) is strictly convex.
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