Given $f ( x , y ) = 2 x ^ { 3 } y ^ { 2 } - 3 x ^ { 3 } + 8 y ^ { 4 }$

question 176

Essay

Given $f ( x , y ) = 2 x ^ { 3 } y ^ { 2 } - 3 x ^ { 3 } + 8 y ^ { 4 }$ , find $f _ { x } \text { and } f _ { y }$ and evaluate each at $( 1,2 )$ .

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Definitions:

Dramatistic Analysis

A method developed by Kenneth Burke for analyzing human behavior and communication through the lens of drama.

Agent

In Burke’s dramatistic analysis, the individual(s) taking the action.

Fantasy Theme Analysis

The process of searching for and analyzing fantasy themes, the sagas, stories, or ideas shared by members of a group and that give members a common perspective and a shared understanding of the group’s accomplishments.

Illogical Behaviors

Describes actions or reactions that do not follow a rational or reasonable pattern of thought.