COMEDK2016MathematicsApplication of Derivatives
A circular sector of perimeter 60 ~m with maximum area is to be constructed, The radius of the circular arc in metre must be
Options
- A10
- B15
- C5
- D20
Correct answer
B. 15
Step-by-step solution
Perimeter of sector =2 r+r 60=2 r+r (given) = 60-2 r r Now, area of sector, (A)= r² 360^ = r²(60-2 r) 360 r aligned &= r 180 (30-r) d A d r &= 180 (30-2 r) aligned For maximum area d A d r =0 aligned & 30-2 r=0 & 2 r=30 r=15 aligned and d² A d r² = 180^ (-2)=- 90 < 0 Hence, it is maximum at r=15 ~m