Math Problem Statement
What number exceeds its square by the greatest amount?
Solution
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Maximization
Quadratic Functions
Formulas
f(x) = x - x^2
f'(x) = 1 - 2x
f''(x) = -2
Theorems
Second Derivative Test
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 11-12
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