Quadratic Functions Worksheets With Answer Key - Pre-Calculus, Michigan State University Page 3

Example 4: Write an equation in standard form

of the parabola that has vertex (5, 4) and passes

through the point

(−

, 2

151

)

Example 5: You have 400 feet of fencing to

enclose a rectangular plot. Find the length and

width of the plot that will maximize the area.

What is the largest area that can be enclosed?

Example 6: A rectangular plot is to be fenced off

and divided into two parts/plots on land that borders

the river with each part bordering the river. If you

do not fence the side along the river, find the length

and width of the plot that will maximize the area if

you have 400 feet of fence. What is the largest area

that can be enclosed?

Example 7: You have 600 feet of fencing to

enclose five animal pens as shown below. Find

the length and width of the outer dimensions that

will maximize the area. What is the largest area

that can be enclosed?

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