SOLUTION: I have 100 feet of fence. What shape would maximize the enclosure. Thanks

SOLUTION: I have 100 feet of fence. What shape would maximize the enclosure. Thanks

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Question 2313: I have 100 feet of fence. What shape would maximize the enclosure. Thanks
Answer by longjonsilver(2297) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
as you don't say prove it...i shall tell you the answer: a cirle.
calculate the area of the circle then a square...any other shape just gets less effective, as the perimeter increases but the area does not.
Jon.
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