Solve the Problem $\mathrm { M } ( \mathrm { x } )$

question 290

Multiple Choice

Solve the problem.
-The number of mosquitoes $\mathrm { M } ( \mathrm { x } )$ , in millions, in a certain area depends on the June rainfall $x$ , in inches: $\mathrm { M } ( \mathrm { x } ) =$ $14 x - x ^ { 2 }$ . What rainfall produces the maximum number of mosquitoes?

• A) \(0 \mathrm { in }\).
• B) \(14 \mathrm { in. }\)
• C) \(196 \mathrm { in } .\)
• D) \(7 \mathrm { in }\).

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Definitions:

Articulates

Relates to joints or articulation points in the skeleton where two or more bones come together, allowing for movement.

Olecranon Process

The bony prominence at the elbow, on the upper end of the ulna, that forms the point of the elbow.

Elbow

The elbow is a joint connecting the forearm to the upper arm, allowing for the bending and straightening of the arm.

Styloid Process

The styloid process is a slender, pointed projection of bone that extends from the temporal bone of the skull, where it serves as a point of attachment for muscles associated with the tongue and throat.