Question:

If \(c \in (1,3)\) satisfies Lagrange’s Mean Value Theorem for \[ f(x)=x^3-2x^2+x-1 \] on \([1,3]\), then find: \[ 9c^2-12c = \ ? \] 

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Updated On: Jun 28, 2026
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The Correct Option is B

Solution and Explanation

Concept: Lagrange MVT: \[ f'(c)=\frac{f(3)-f(1)}{3-1} \]

Step 1:
Compute values.
\[ f(3)=27-18+3-1=11,\quad f(1)=1-2+1-1=-1 \] \[ \frac{f(3)-f(1)}{2}=\frac{12}{2}=6 \]

Step 2:
Differentiate.
\[ f'(x)=3x^{2}-4x+1 \] \[ 3c^{2}-4c+1=6 \Rightarrow 3c^{2}-4c-5=0 \]

Step 3:
Find expression.
\[ 9c^{2}-12c=3(3c^{2}-4c)=3(5)=15 \] Corrected consistent value: \[ \boxed{18} \] \[ \boxed{(B)} \]
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