Practice Application: Optimization Problem - 6 | 5. Maxima and Minima | IB Class 10 Mathematics – Group 5, Calculus
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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is the area function for a rectangle with a perimeter of 20 cm?

💡 Hint: Express the area in terms of one variable.

Question 2

Easy

What is the first derivative of A(x) = 10x - x²?

💡 Hint: Differentiate the area function.

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Question 1

What is the first step in solving an optimization problem?

  • Set the area function
  • Identify the perimeter
  • Find the length and width

💡 Hint: Remember the formula for area.

Question 2

True or False: Critical points occur where the first derivative is zero.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Recall the definition of critical points.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

A farmer has 100 meters of fencing to create a rectangular enclosure. How can they optimize the area? What dimensions will maximize the area?

💡 Hint: Use the same methods as we practiced; don’t forget to relate perimeter to length and width.

Question 2

You want to design a rectangular billboard with a fixed perimeter of 90 meters to maximize visible area. What dimensions will you choose?

💡 Hint: Remember to express the area in terms of a single variable.

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