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E-CB04 · A parameter controls the stationary values

Consider \(f(x)=x^3-3kx+2\), where k is real.

Find the condition on k for exactly two distinct stationary points.

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For \(\displaystyle k=4\), find and classify the stationary points.

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Find the values of k for which the two stationary points lie strictly on opposite sides of the x-axis.

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