Question

1. A box without a top is to be made from a rectangular piece of cardboard, with dimensions 8 in. by 10 in., by cutting out square corners with side length x and folding up the sides. (a) Write an equation for the volume V of the box in terms of x. (b) Use technology to estimate the value of x, to the nearest tenth, that gives the greatest volume. Explain your process.

Answer 1

part b of the answer is x=1.5 inches

Explanation:

Answer 2

Explanation:

The dimensions are (8-2x) and (10-2x) We will say the depth of the box is x. The equation we use for the volume of the box is V=x(8-2x)(10-2x)