A rectangular page will contain 50 square inches of print. The margins at the top andbottom of the page are 2 inches wide. The margins on each side are 1 inch wide. Find thedimensions of the page that will minimize the amount of paper used.

A rectangular page will contain 50 square inches of print. The margins at the top andbottom of the page are 2 inches wide. The margins on each side are 1 inch wide. Find thedimensions of the page that will minimize the amount of paper used.

Intermediate Algebra

19th Edition

ISBN:9780998625720

Author:Lynn Marecek

Publisher:Lynn Marecek

Chapter9: Quadratic Equations And Functions

Section9.5: Solve Applications Of Quadratic Equations

Problem 9.74TI: A rectangular tablecloth has an area of 80 square feet. The width is 5 feet shorter than the length...

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bottom of the page are 2 inches wide. The margins on each side are 1 inch wide. Find the
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