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Question: a. Find the asymptotes of the graph


a. Find the asymptotes of the graph of f(x) = 4 – x/3 + x and use them to sketch the graph.
b. Use your graph from part (a) to sketch the graph of f’.
c. Use the definition of a derivative to find f’(x).
d. Use a graphing device to graph f’ and compare with your sketch in part (b).


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