1. AP Calculus BC
September 30, 2016

2. Learning Targets
I understand how to apply derivatives to solve a variety of problems.
I solved applied optimization problems (determining the maximum or minimum).

3. Optimization Problems
Identify given quantities, quantities to be determined, and make a sketch.
Write a primary equation for the quantity to be maximized or minimized.
Reduce the primary equation into an equation with a single independent variable. A secondary equation relating the variables of the primary equation may be needed.
Determine the feasible domain of the primary equation.
Use calculus to determine the optimum value.

4. Optimization Problems
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5. No Homework