AP Calculus ABmediummcq1 pt
The surface area of a sphere is . If the radius of a sphere increases at 5 cm/s when cm, how fast is its surface area increasing?
A. cm/s
B. cm/s
C. cm/s
D. cm/s
Explanation
Core Concept
Differentiating gives cm/s.
Correct Answer
A cm/s
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