A Norman Window Is Constructed by Adjoining a Semicircle to the Top

question 77

Multiple Choice

A Norman window is constructed by adjoining a semicircle to the top of an ordinary rectangular window (see figure) . Find the dimensions of a Norman window of maximum area if the total perimeter is 24 feet. Round yours answers to two decimal places.

• A)x = 6.72 feet and y = 3.36 feet
• B)x = 3.36 feet and y = 7.68 feet
• C)x = 2.24 feet and y = 9.12 feet
• D)x = 5.72 feet and y = 4.65 feet
• E)x = 7.72 feet and y = 2.08 feet

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