From a Rectangular Piece of Cardboard Having Dimensions W =

question 38

Multiple Choice

From a rectangular piece of cardboard having dimensions W = 16 and L = 30 an open box is to be made by cutting out identical squares of area x ² from each corner and turning up the sides (see Illustration) . Find all positive values of x such that the volume of the box V ( x ) > 0. Include only allowable values of x in your answer.

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Interest Expense

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Net Debt

The amount of debt remaining after deducting cash and cash equivalents from total debt obligations.

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Risk-Free Rate

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