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Unit 5: Analytical Applications of Differentiation

Using the Mean Value Theorem

State the Mean Value Theorem with its two conditions, see why it is true, and use it to justify that a derivative must take a given value.

Topic 5.1 · 9 min read

This lesson comes with the AP Calculus AB plan

In this lesson

  1. 01The theorem and its picture
  2. 02Why both conditions are needed
  3. 03Using the theorem to justify a conclusion
  4. 04Worked examples
  5. 05Where students lose points
  6. 06On the exam

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