Geometrical Explanation of Intermediate Value Theorem
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Question
If the function f(x)=ax3+bx2+11x−6,a,b∈R satisfies Rolle's theorem in [1,3] and f′(2+1√3)=0, then the value of (a−b) is
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Solution
By Rolle’s theorem, f(1)=f(3) ⇒a+b+11−6=27a+9b+33−6 ⇒13a+4b+11=0
Now, f′(x)=3ax2+2bx+11
Given, x=2+1√3 is a root of f′(x)=0
Since coefficients are real, x=2−1√3 is another root.
Product of roots =113a=113 ⇒a=1
Sum of roots =−2b3=4 ⇒b=−6 ∴a−b=1+6=7