Mar 27, 2015 · Optimization word problem for cost effective fence enclosure. Ask Question Asked 10 years, 9 months ago Modified 10 years, 9 months ago

Apr 15, 2014 · A fence 4 feet tall runs parallel to a tall building at a distance of 4 feet from the building. What is the length of the shortest ladder that will reach from the ground over the …

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To sum up an interesting article discussing all your questions as well as the optimization problem. A cylinder is a compromise between: surface volume ratio (cost of the material) shape easy to …

Apr 13, 2017 · Could someone please explain the difference between minimizing and maximizing functions or give me some links to explain the difference in very very very simple terms? I …

Oct 21, 2011 · I am having trouble figuring this one out. If $1200cm^2$ of material is available to make a box with a square base and an open top, find the largest possible volume of the box. I …

Jun 17, 2024 · calculus optimization problem: rectangle inscribed in a triangle. Ask Question Asked 1 year, 6 months ago Modified 1 year, 6 months ago

Jul 21, 2013 · I'm taking a class in the fall and need to dust off my $10$-year-old calculus skills, particularly optimization. I'm attempting to remember how to tackle the classic fence problem, …

Nov 14, 2018 · Optimization Problem. Find Smallest Perimeter of a Rectangle Given Area. Ask Question Asked 7 years, 1 month ago Modified 5 years ago

Apr 21, 2013 · A small resort is situated on an island off a part of the coast of Mexico that has a perfectly straight north-south shoreline. The point P on the shoreline that is closest to the …