Solve the Problem $M ( x )$ , in Millions, in a Certain Area Depends on the )

question 29

Multiple Choice

Solve the problem.
-The number of mosquitoes $M ( x )$ , in millions, in a certain area depends on the June rainfall $x$ , in inches, according to the equation $M ( x ) = 6 x - x ^ { 2 }$ . What rainfall produces the maximum number of mosquitoes?

• A) 3 in.
• B) \(6 \mathrm { in. }\)
• C) \(0 \mathrm { in }\).
• D) \(36 \mathrm { in. }\)

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