A Manufacturer Finds That the Revenue Generated by Selling X $R ( x ) = 40 x - 0.2 x ^ { 2 }$

question 31

Essay

A manufacturer finds that the revenue generated by selling x units of a certain commodity is given by the function, $R ( x ) = 40 x - 0.2 x ^ { 2 }$ where the revenue $R ( x )$ is measured in dollars. What is the maximum revenue, and how many units should be manufactured to obtain this maximum?

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Definitions:

Accrual

A method of accounting that recognizes revenue and expenses when they are incurred, regardless of when cash transactions occur.

Disclosure

Disclosure involves the act of making new or important information known, especially about the financial or operational state of a company.

Current Assets

Assets that are expected to be converted into cash, sold or consumed within one year or within the normal operating cycle of the business, whichever is longer.

Current Ratio

A financial ratio that indicates how well a company can cover its short-term liabilities with its present assets.