OpenStax, Algebra and Trigonometry 2e §5.6 Rational Functions · Exercise 101 · Algebra · Polynomials
Rational Functions · Exercise 101
Construct a rational function that will help solve the problem. Then, use a calculator to answer the question.
A right circular cylinder is to have a volume of 40 cubic inches. It costs 4 cents/square inch to construct the top and bottom and 1 cent/square inch to construct the rest of the cylinder. Find the radius to yield minimum cost. Let = radius.
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OpenStax, Algebra and Trigonometry 2e · §5.6 Rational Functions · Exercise 101
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