The main subject of this entry was originally planned as an optimization problem involving differential calculus only; its been slightly modified. This more interesting approach provides the derivative up front, presenting students with three separate tasks to pursue from that point. As a consequence, students are reintroduced to differential equations and curve sketching.
A talking point emerges as well: Is there a difference between derivatives and differential equations?
Inscribed Triangle of Maximum Area
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