An open rectangular box with a square base is to be made from 48 ft^2 of material. a) Write an equation that represents the surface area of the box. b) Write the equation for the volume of the box in terms of only the length of the base.
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Step 1: The equation for the surface area of the box can be represented as: \[SA = 2B^2 + 4BH\] Show more…
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