For a cylindrical can with fixed volume

MATHEMATICS · Single correct · AP · Calculus AB · Analytical Applications of Differentiation · Analytical Applications of Differentiation

Problem

V

, the surface area is minimized when the height

h

is what constant multiple of the radius

r

? (a)

h=r

(b)

h=3r

(c)

h=2r

(d)

h=\dfrac{r}{2}