Math Problem Statement
The market research department of the Better Baby Buggy Co. predicts that the demand equation for its buggies is given by q = −3.5p + 1050 where q is the number of buggies the company can sell in a month if the price is $p per buggy. At what price (in dollars) should it sell the buggies to get the largest revenue? p = $ What is the largest monthly revenue (in dollars)?
Solution
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Algebra
Quadratic Functions
Optimization
Formulas
Revenue function: R(p) = p × q
Demand equation: q = -3.5p + 1050
Quadratic formula for vertex: p = -b / (2a)
Theorems
Vertex formula for quadratic functions
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 9-12
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