The slope of the tangent to the curve y = 3x\(^2\) - 2x + 5 at the point (1, 6) is
A
4
B
1
C
6
D
5
Verified Correct Answer: A.
Step-by-Step Mathematical Solution
y = 3x\(^2\) - 2x + 5
Slope = \(\frac{\mathrm d y}{\mathrm d x} = 6x - 2\)
At x = 1,
Slope : 6(1) - 2 = 4.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #3337)