Chapter 4: Q. 12 (page 193)
The graph of the function f(x) =
will behave like the graph of ________ for large values of |x|.
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Chapter 4: Q. 12 (page 193)
The graph of the function f(x) =
will behave like the graph of ________ for large values of |x|.
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United Parcel Service has contracted you to design a closed box with a square base that has a volume of cubic inches. See the illustration.

Part (a): Express the surface areaS of the box as a function ofx.
Part (b): Using a graphing utility, graph the function found in part (a).
Part (c): What is the minimum amount of cardboard that can be used to construct the box?
Part (d): What are the dimensions of the box that minimize the surface are?
Part (e): Why might UPS be interested in designing a box that minimizes the surface area?
In Problems 57– 62, find the real zeros of f. If necessary, round to two decimal places.
Find the real zeros of f. Use the real zeros to factor f.
In Problems 63–72, find the real solutions of each equation.
Find the real zeros of f. Use the real zeros to factor f.
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