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

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As a curve approaches a maximum point, the slope (or derivative) is positive because the function is increasing. After passing the maximum point, the slope becomes negative because the function starts decreasing.

As a Curve Approaches a Maximum Point, the Slope Will