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ERIC Number: EJ091766
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 1974
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Maximize x(a - x)
Lange, L. H.
Two-Year College Mathematics Journal, 5, 1, 22-24, W 74
Five different methods for determining the maximizing condition for x(a - x) are presented. Included is the ancient Greek version and a method attributed to Fermat. None of the proofs use calculus. (LS)
Descriptors: College Mathematics, Mathematical Applications, Mathematics Education, Problem Solving
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