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3 Minimizing Costs A pencil cup with a capacity of 48 in. is to be constructed in the shape of a rectangular box with a square base and an open top. If the material for the sides costs 40¢/in.2 and the material for the base costs 60¢/in.2, what should the dimensions of the cup be to minimize the construction cost? height in length in width in

3 Minimizing Costs A pencil cup with a capacity of 48 in. is to be constructed in the shape of a rectangular box with a square base and an open top. If the material for the sides costs 40¢/in.2 and the material for the base costs 60¢/in.2, what should the dimensions of the cup be to minimize the construction cost? height in length in width in

Elementary Geometry For College Students, 7e

7th Edition

ISBN:9781337614085

Author:Alexander, Daniel C.; Koeberlein, Geralyn M.

Publisher:Alexander, Daniel C.; Koeberlein, Geralyn M.

Chapter8: Areas Of Polygons And Circles

Section8.2: Perimeter And Area Of Polygons

Problem 31E: Mary Frances has a rectangular garden plot that encloses an area of 48 yd2. If 28 yd of fencing are...

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