Solve the problem
-You have 240 feet of fencing to enclose a rectangular region. What is the maximum area?
A)14,400 square feet
B)3600 square feet
C)3596 square feet
D)57,600 square feet

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The maximum area that can be enclosed by a given length of fencing is achieved by forming a square. The perimeter of the square is 240 feet, so each side is 240/4 = 60 feet. The area of the square is 60^2 = 3600 square feet.

Solve the Problem -You Have 240 Feet of Fencing to Enclose a Rectangular