Find Two Numbers Whose Sum Is 38 and Whose Product

question 24

Multiple Choice

Find two numbers whose sum is 38 and whose product is a maximum.

• A) 30; 8
• B) 19; 19
• C) 22; 16
• D) 13; 25
• E) 23; 15

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Definitions:

Overestimation

The action of assessing someone or something as greater or more significant than it actually is, often leading to unrealistic expectations.

Fundamental Attribution Error

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Opportunities

Situations or conditions that present chances for advancement, improvement, or success.

Lazy

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