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A calculus optimization problem |
2015-05-14 |
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From Ali:
Given an elliptical piece of cardboard defined by (x^2)/4 + (y^2)/4 = 1. How much of the cardboard is wasted after the largest rectangle (that can be inscribed inside the ellipse) is cut out?
Answered by Robert Dawson. |
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A max-min problem |
2009-03-24 |
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From Jay:
Determine the area of the largest rectangle that can be inscribed between the x-axis and the curve defined by y = 26 - x^2.
Answered by Harley Weston. |
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A max-min problem |
2005-12-16 |
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From Julie:
A car travels west at 24 km/h. at the instant it passes a tree, a horse and buggy heading north at 7 km/h is 25 km south of the tree. Calculate the positions of the vessels when there is a minimum distance between them.
Answered by Penny Nom. |
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Mrs. Faria lives on an island |
2005-12-15 |
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From Julie:
Mrs. Faria lives on an island 1 km from the mainland. She paddles her canoe at 3 km/h and jogs at 5 km/h. the nearest drug store is 3 km along the shore from the point on the shore closest to the island. Where should she land to reach the drug store in minimum time?
Answered by Penny Nom. |
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