Solve the problem.
-Among all pairs of numbers whose sum is 86, find a pair whose product is as large as possible.
A)43 and 43
B)21.5 and 21.5
C)45 and 41
D)85 and 1

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The product of two numbers that sum to a constant is maximized when the numbers are as close to each other as possible. Here, 43 and 43 sum to 86 and have the maximum product.

Solve the Problem. -Among All Pairs of Numbers Whose Sum Is 86, Find