Math Problem Statement

Maximize profit based on the given total revenue and total cost functions: TR = 300q - 2q^2, TC = 129 + 40q + 6q^2 + 30.

Solution

The image you provided contains a mathematical problem involving revenue (TR), cost (TC), and profit maximization. Here's a breakdown of the information I can see:

  1. Total Revenue (TR): TR=300q2q2TR = 300q - 2q^2 This is a typical quadratic revenue function where qq represents quantity.

  2. Total Cost (TC): TC=129+40q+6q2+30TC = 129 + 40q + 6q^2 + 30 This is the total cost function that includes fixed and variable costs. It simplifies to: TC=159+40q+6q2TC = 159 + 40q + 6q^2

  3. Profit Function: Profit is given by: Profit=TRTC\text{Profit} = TR - TC Substituting the functions: Profit=(300q2q2)(159+40q+6q2)\text{Profit} = (300q - 2q^2) - (159 + 40q + 6q^2) Simplifying this expression will give the profit function.

  4. Objective: Find the maximum profit, which typically involves differentiating the profit function with respect to qq, setting the derivative equal to zero, and solving for qq.


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Here are 5 related questions:

  1. What are the steps to calculate maximum profit using differentiation?
  2. How can we interpret the coefficients of qq in the cost and revenue functions?
  3. How do we determine if the critical point found is a maximum or minimum?
  4. What does the second derivative tell us in profit maximization problems?
  5. How does the fixed cost affect the profit in the long run?

Tip: When optimizing any function, remember to always check the second derivative to confirm whether it's a maximum or minimum point.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Revenue and Cost Functions
Profit Maximization
Differentiation

Formulas

Total Revenue: TR = 300q - 2q^2
Total Cost: TC = 159 + 40q + 6q^2
Profit: Profit = TR - TC

Theorems

Optimization using Derivatives

Suitable Grade Level

University/College Level