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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Algebra
Geometry
Optimization
Parabolas
Distance Formula
Formulas
Distance formula: D = sqrt((x2 - x1)^2 + (y2 - y1)^2)
Distance squared: D^2 = (x - 8)^2 + (y - 8)^2
Substitute y = 8 - x^2 into D^2
Theorems
Optimization using derivatives
Critical points of a function
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 10-12
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