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Find the dimensions of the rectangular box with largest volume if the total surface area is given as $ 64 cm^2 $.
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The surface area of a box with dimensions x, y, and z is given by $2(xy + xz + yz)$. Setting this equal to 64, we get: \[2(xy + xz + yz) = 64\] Show more…
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