AP Calculus ABmediummcq1 pt
Two positive numbers have sum 12. What is the maximum possible value of the product of the first number and the square of the second?
A.
B.
C.
D.
Explanation
Core Concept
Let the numbers be and , so . gives , and the maximum product is .
Correct Answer
B
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