4. A farmer wants to fence in three sides of a rectangular field with 1500 feet of fencing. The other side of the rectangle is a river. If the enclosed area is to be maximum, find the dimensions of the field. Write your answer with the appropriate units in the appropriate spots at the bottom of this page.

4. A farmer wants to fence in three sides of a rectangular field with 1500 feet of fencing. The other side of the rectangle is a river. If the enclosed area is to be maximum, find the dimensions of the field. Write your answer with the appropriate units in the appropriate spots at the bottom of this page.

Elementary Geometry For College Students, 7e

7th Edition

ISBN:9781337614085

Author:Alexander, Daniel C.; Koeberlein, Geralyn M.

Publisher:Alexander, Daniel C.; Koeberlein, Geralyn M.

Chapter8: Areas Of Polygons And Circles

Section8.2: Perimeter And Area Of Polygons

Problem 31E: Mary Frances has a rectangular garden plot that encloses an area of 48 yd2. If 28 yd of fencing are...

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