pls answer maths q (1 Viewer)

[blacktown_]

the curve f(x)= ax^4 - 2x^3 + 7x^2 - x + 5 has a stationary point at x=1. find the value of a

 

[Nws m8]

differentiate f(x), sub x=1 and find a

 

[Capt Rifle]

lol that was quick haha

 

[Aysce]

Since it is a stationary point, set f'(x)=0, sub for x=1 and solve for a.

 

[blacktown_]

woah, thanks Nws m8 and Aysce

 

[Aysce]

You're welcome mate