3.1problems On Two Variables

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Maxima and Minima

Problems on 2 Variables

Unsolved Problems

Find the extreme values of the following


functions :
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

x4 + y4 2x2 + 4xy 2y2


x3y2(12 3x 4y)
x2y 3x2 2y2 4y +3
x4 + y4 -4a2xy
xy(a - x - y)

Solve the following using Lagranges


Method :
1. Find the points on the ellipse x2 + 2y2 = 1 at which f(x,y)=xy
takes Extreme values .
2. Find the maximum value of f(x,y)=49 - x2- y2 on the line
x + 3y = 10 .
3. Find the points on the curve xy2 = 54 which are nearest to
The origin .
4. Find the minimum value of x + y subject to Condition xy=16
x>0,y>0.
5. Find the maximum value of xy subject to the condition
x + y = 16 .

Maxima and Minima

Problems on 2 Variables

Unsolved Problems

6. Find the dimensions of the rectangle of greatest area


that can be inscribed ellipse 9x2 + 16y2 = 144 .

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