First Derivative and Function Monotonicity
Which statement accurately describes the relationship between the sign of a function’s first derivative and its monotonic behavior?
A
A negative first derivative indicates the function is increasing
B
The sign of the first derivative does not determine the increasing or decreasing behavior
C
The increasing or decreasing behavior can only be determined by the second derivative
D
A negative first derivative indicates the function is decreasing
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