Solve the Problem $32 \mathrm { ft } ^ { 3 }$

question 356

Multiple Choice

Solve the problem.
-A rectangular box with square base and no top is to have a volume of $32 \mathrm { ft } ^ { 3 }$ . What is the least amount of material required?

• A) \(42 \mathrm { ft } ^ { 2 }\)
• B) \(36 \mathrm { ft } ^ { 2 }\)
• C) \(40 \mathrm { ft } ^ { 2 }\)
• D) \(48 \mathrm { ft } ^ { 2 }\)

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