SOLUTION: The formula for the surface area of a cylinder is given by S=2pir(r+h) where r is the radius of its base and h is its height. Find the radius that gives the minimum surface area

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Question 1191397: The formula for the surface area of a cylinder is given by S=2pir(r+h) where r is the radius of its base and h is its height.
Find the radius that gives the minimum surface area.
Answer by ikleyn(52776) About Me  (Show Source):
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Take the zero radius.