Question:

Suppose a long rectangular sheet of metal, 12 inches wide

Last updated: 7/15/2022

Suppose a long rectangular sheet of metal, 12 inches wide

Suppose a long rectangular sheet of metal, 12 inches wide and 10 feet long, is to be made into a rain gutter by turning up two sides so they are perpendicular to the sheet. How many inches should each side be turned up to give the gutter its greatest capacity?