Optimization problems aren't really about taking derivatives. They're about figuring out what function to differentiate in the first place.
This set walks you through turning geometric and contextual constraints into one-variable functions, finding critical points, and deciding whether you've actually found the maximum or minimum the problem asks for.
Inside: 4-question diagnostic • modeling constraints • objective functions • maxima & minima • geometric optimization • AP-style questions • readiness check • complete solutions
Optimization problems aren't really about taking derivatives. They're about figuring out what function to differentiate in the first place.
This set walks you through turning geometric and contextual constraints into one-variable functions, finding critical points, and deciding whether you've actually found the maximum or minimum the problem asks for.
Inside: 4-question diagnostic • modeling constraints • objective functions • maxima & minima • geometric optimization • AP-style questions • readiness check • complete solutions
