A Can Containing 16 In³ of Tuna and Water Is $\pi$

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Essay

A can containing 16 in³ of tuna and water is to be made in the form of a circular cylinder. What dimensions of the can will require the least amount of material? (V = $\pi$ r²h, S = 2 $\pi$ rh, A = $\pi$ r²)

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