A rectangular box with a square base and an open top must have a volume of 864 cm³. The box should be constructed with a surface area as small as possible. Let x be the length, in cm of the side-length of base of the box. What should x be to minimize the surface area of the box? Do not round the answer
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We are given that V = 864 cm^3. So, we have the equation x^2 * h = 864. Show more…
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