SOLUTION: For which point (x,y) on the curve y=1-x^2 is the sum x+y a maximum? I have no idea how to do this problem. Please help!

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Question 806230: For which point (x,y) on the curve y=1-x^2 is the sum x+y a maximum?
I have no idea how to do this problem. Please help!
Answer by solver91311(24713) About Me  (Show Source):
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Create the function which is to say

Now use whatever means you have at your disposal to find the coordinate of the vertex of . That gives you the coordinate of the desired point. Then evaluate at this value to get the desired -coordinate.

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