For the Function : (A) Find the Critical Numbers

question 2

Multiple Choice

For the function : (a) Find the critical numbers of f (if any) ;
(b) Find the open intervals where the function is increasing or decreasing; and
(c) Apply the First Derivative Test to identify all relative extrema.
Use a graphing utility to confirm your results.

• A) (a) (b) increasing: ; decreasing: (c) relative max:
• B) (a) (b) increasing: ; decreasing: (c) relative max:
• C) (a) (b) decreasing: ; increasing: (c) relative min:
• D) (a) (b) decreasing: ; increasing: (c) relative min: ; relative max:
• E) (a) (b) decreasing: ; increasing: (c) relative min:

Account for the issuance of bonds, including the journal entries for bonds issued at a discount or premium.

Understand the concept of bond interest payable and its classification on financial statements.

Recognize the effect of amortization methods on bond interest expense and the carrying value of bonds.

Comprehend the implications of bond issuance conditions (such as interest rates and issuance prices) on financial accounting and reporting.

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