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NCERT Class 12 · Ch 6 Exercise 6.2 · Q17

NCERT Class 12 Maths · Chapter 6 Applications Of Derivatives · Exercise 6.2 Question 17

Prove log|cos x| decreases on (0,π/2) and increases on (3π/2,2π).

💡 Concept Hints

  1. Identify the domain and the inner and outer functions, or the relevant one-sided limits.
  2. Apply the appropriate differentiation or limit rule, keep all chain factors, and check exceptional points.

✅ Step-by-Step Solution

Final Answer: The stated intervals hold.
  1. For cos x≠0, the derivative of log|cos x| is −tan x.
  2. Tangent is positive on (0,π/2), giving a negative derivative, and negative on (3π/2,2π), giving a positive derivative.

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