As a curve approaches a maximum point, the slope will
A) be positive, then negative after the maximum point.
B) remain constant on either side of the maximum point.
C) be negative, then positive after the maximum point.
D) increase before and after the maximum point.

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As a curve approaches a maximum point, the slope is positive before reaching the maximum and becomes negative after passing the maximum point.

As a Curve Approaches a Maximum Point, the Slope Will