Q48 / 90 · JEE Main 2017 (09 Apr Online) · Mathematics

The function f defined by fx=x3-3x2+5x+7 is:

  • A
    Decreasing in R
  • Correct answer
    B
    Increasing in R
  • C
    Increasing in 0, ∞ and decreasing in -∞, 0
  • D
    Decreasing in 0, ∞ and increasing in -∞, 0

Solution

We have fx=x3-3x2+5x+7

f′x=3x2-6x+5>0      

D=b2-4ac=36-4·3·5=-14 -ve

Then, f'x>0. 

Hence, fx is increasing in R. 

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'B'.

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