Question

An energy drink container in the shape of a right circular cylinder must have a volume of 18 fluid ounces (1 fluid ounce is approximately 1.80469 cubic inches). The cost per square inch of constructing the top and bottom is twice the cost of constructing the lateral side. Find the dimensions that will minimize the cost. (Round your answers to two decimal places.)

Answer 1

Answer:

The radius should be 3.45 inch and height =1.20 inch to minimize the costs .

Explanation:

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