Problem 3. A driver on a desert road discovers a hole in the gas tank leaking gas at the constant rate of 4 gallons per hour. This driver, having no way to plug the hole, decides to drive for as long as the gas supply allows. The gauge reading indicates the tank is three-fourths full, which means that the tank contains 14 gallons. The car consumes gas at the rate of 18 miles per gallon at 40 mph. For each 5 mph below 40 mph add one-half mile per gallon to this rate; for each 5 mph above 40 mph, subtract one mile per gallon from this rate. If the driver chooses the best constant speed in order to get the maximum driving distance, find the maximum distance that the 14 gallons will allow. Assume that gas consumption is a continuous function of speed.

Problem 3. A driver on a desert road discovers a hole in the gas tank leaking gas at the constant rate of 4 gallons per hour. This driver, having no way to plug the hole, decides to drive for as long as the gas supply allows. The gauge reading indicates the tank is three-fourths full, which means that the tank contains 14 gallons. The car consumes gas at the rate of 18 miles per gallon at 40 mph. For each 5 mph below 40 mph add one-half mile per gallon to this rate; for each 5 mph above 40 mph, subtract one mile per gallon from this rate. If the driver chooses the best constant speed in order to get the maximum driving distance, find the maximum distance that the 14 gallons will allow. Assume that gas consumption is a continuous function of speed.

Mathematics For Machine Technology

8th Edition

ISBN:9781337798310

Author:Peterson, John.

Publisher:Peterson, John.

Chapter21: Direct And Inverse Proportions

Section: Chapter Questions

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