SOLUTION: A rancher has 500 ft of fencing with which to build a rectangular corral alongside an existing fence. Determine the dimensions of the corral that will maximize the enclosed area.Be

Question 1127966: A rancher has 500 ft of fencing with which to build a rectangular corral alongside an existing fence. Determine the dimensions of the corral that will maximize the enclosed area.Be sure to define a variable and write an equation.
Answer by josgarithmetic(39617) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
One length of x
Two lengths of y
Area A

-------this area will have a maximum point

Dimensions for Maximum area
250 feet by 125 feet
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