The area of a triangle with sides of length a, b, and c is s(s- a)(s – b)(s – c), where s is half the perimeter of the triangle. We have 60 feet of fence and want to fence a triangular-shaped area. Part A: Formulate the problem as a constrained nonlinear program that will enable us to maximize the area of the fenced area, with constraints. Clearly indicate the variables, objective function, and constraints. Hint: The length of a side of a triangle must be less than or equal to the sum of the lengths of the other two sides. Part B: Solve the Program (provide exact values for all variables and the optimal objective function).

The area of a triangle with sides of length a, b, and c is s(s- a)(s – b)(s – c), where s is half the perimeter of the triangle. We have 60 feet of fence and want to fence a triangular-shaped area. Part A: Formulate the problem as a constrained nonlinear program that will enable us to maximize the area of the fenced area, with constraints. Clearly indicate the variables, objective function, and constraints. Hint: The length of a side of a triangle must be less than or equal to the sum of the lengths of the other two sides. Part B: Solve the Program (provide exact values for all variables and the optimal objective function).

College Algebra

10th Edition

ISBN:9781337282291

Author:Ron Larson

Publisher:Ron Larson

Chapter8: Sequences, Series,and Probability

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 10CT: Sketch the region corresponding to the system of constraints. Then find the minimum and maximum...

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