The Sum of the Length (Denote by Z) and the Girth

question 74

Multiple Choice

The sum of the length (denote by z) and the girth (perimeter of a cross section) of packages carried by a delivery service cannot exceed 60 inches. Find the dimensions of the rectangular package of largest volume that may be sent.

• A)x = 7.5, y = 7.5, z = 20
• B)x = 5, y = 5, z = 40
• C)x = 10 , y = 10 , z = 20
• D)x = 4, y = 6, z = 40
• E)x = 2, y = 12, z = 32

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