Step 7: Solve for x by setting each factor to zero: x - 1 = 0 or x - 3 = 0.
Step 8: Find the critical points: x = 1 and x = 3.
Finding Critical Points – This involves taking the derivative of the function and setting it to zero to find points where the function's slope is zero.
Derivative Calculation – Understanding how to correctly compute the derivative of a polynomial function.
Identifying Local Extrema – Recognizing that critical points can indicate local maxima, minima, or points of inflection.
