What values of x within [0,2pie] does f(x) = x-2cos(x) have a horizontal tangent line?

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Chapter4: Calculating The Derivative
Section4.1: Techniques For Finding Derivatives
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What values of x within [0,2pie] does f(x) = x-2cos(x) have a horizontal tangent line?

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