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algebra

Maximize P=5x+3yP = 5x + 3y given vertices (0,0),(6,0),(4,4),(0,5)(0,0), (6,0), (4,4), (0,5).

A

3232

B

3030

C

1515

D

2020

Correct Answer: A

Choice A is the correct answer. Test all vertices.

  1. (0,0): 00
  2. (6,0): 5(6)+3(0)=305(6) + 3(0) = 30
  3. (4,4): 5(4)+3(4)=20+12=325(4) + 3(4) = 20 + 12 = 32
  4. (0,5): 5(0)+3(5)=155(0) + 3(5) = 15
  5. Maximum: 32

?�� Strategic Tip: The maximum isn't always at the axis intercepts.

Choice B is incorrect because 30 is less than 32. Choice C is incorrect because 15 is less than 32. Choice D is incorrect because 20 is less than 32.