An open-top rectangular box is being constructed to hold a volume of 350 in³. The base of the box is made from a material costing 6 cents/in². The front of the box must be decorated, and will cost 12 cents/in². The remainder of the sides will cost 2 cents/in². Find the dimensions that will minimize the cost of constructing this box. Front width: in.
An open-top rectangular box is being constructed to hold a volume of 350 in³. The base of the box is made from a material costing 6 cents/in². The front of the box must be decorated, and will cost 12 cents/in². The remainder of the sides will cost 2 cents/in². Find the dimensions that will minimize the cost of constructing this box. Front width: in.
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Chapter9: Surfaces And Solids
Section9.1: Prisms, Area And Volume
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