Practice Optimization Problems - 3.6.3 | Chapter 3: Calculus | ICSE Class 12 Mathematics
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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is an optimization problem?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about where you're looking for best results among several options.

Question 2

Easy

Define critical point.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider where the slope of the function could change direction.

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Question 1

What is the first step in solving an optimization problem?

  • Identify constraints
  • Find the derivative
  • Graph the function

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about what you need to do to monitor change.

Question 2

True or False: The second derivative can provide information about the concavity of a function.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider how the graph bends.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

A farmer has 100 meters of fencing to create a rectangular enclosure. Express the area A as a function of width x, and find the dimensions that maximize the area.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider the relationship between length and width carefully.

Question 2

Suppose you are tasked with maximizing profit described by the function P(x) = 5x - x^2 where x is the quantity sold. Calculate the optimal quantity for maximum profit.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Ensure you're applying what you've learned about profit calculations.

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