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Gilbert Strang, Calculus, 3rd edition (Wellesley-Cambridge Press; MIT OpenCourseWare RES.18-001) §13.6 Maxima, Minima, and Saddle Points, #32 · Multivariable Calculus · Gradient & optimization

Show that a Steiner point (… angles) can never be outside the…

These problems minimize the Steiner distance $f = d_{1} + d_{2} + d_{3}$ and related functions. A computer is needed for 33 and.

Show that a Steiner point ( $12 0^{\circ}$ angles) can never be outside the triangle.

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Gilbert Strang, Calculus, 3rd edition (Wellesley-Cambridge Press; MIT OpenCourseWare RES.18-001) · §13.6 Maxima, Minima, and Saddle Points, #32

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