Solve the problem.
-The length and width of a rectangle have a sum of 86. What dimensions give the maximum area?
A) Length 42 and width 44
B) Length 33 and width 53
C) Length 43 and width 43
D) Length 34 and width 52

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The maximum area for a given perimeter in a rectangle is achieved when the rectangle is a square. Since the sum of the length and width is 86, dividing this by 2 gives 43 for both dimensions, making option C correct.

Solve the Problem. -The Length and Width of a Rectangle Have a Sum