The Fence Problem (7.3.2)

Question 1

• Values that make the derivative of a function equal to 0 or undefined are candidates for maxima and minima of the function.

Answer 1

• Values that make the derivative of a function equal to 0 or undefined are candidates for maxima and minima of the function.

Question 2

• The fence problem involves maximizing the fenced-in area without changing the amount of fence used. Set the derivative of the area function equal to 0 and solve.

Answer 2

• The fence problem involves maximizing the fenced-in area without changing the amount of fence used. Set the derivative of the area function equal to 0 and solve.