Applications Of Derivatives Question 31

Question: For which value of x, the function $ f(x)=x^{2}-2x $ is decreasing

[BIT Ranchi 1990]

Options:

A) $ x>1 $

B) $ x>2 $

C) $ x<1 $

D) $ x<2 $

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Answer:

Correct Answer: C

Solution:

$ f(x)={{(x-1)}^{2}}-1 $ .

Hence decreasing in x < 1. Aliter : $ f’(x)=2x-2=2(x-1) $ To be decreasing, $ 2(x-1)<0\Rightarrow (x-1)<0\Rightarrow x<1 $ .