A rectangular field is to be fenced on three sides (the fourth side borders a…

MATHEMATICS · Subjective · AP · Calculus AB · Analytical Applications of Differentiation · Analytical Applications of Differentiation

Problem

A rectangular field is to be fenced on three sides (the fourth side borders a straight river and requires no fence) using exactly 100 meters of fencing material. If the side parallel to the river has length xx meters and 0≤x≤1000\le x\le 100, determine the value of xx that maximizes the area of the field. State your answer in meters.

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