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Question
The graph of , where , is shown.
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The total shaded area between the curve and the -axis
from to is given by .

A right-angled triangle is now constructed with one
vertex at and another on the curve ,
as shown below.
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Show that the maximum area of such a triangle is of the total shaded area.

*You must use calculus and show any derivatives that you need to find when solving this problem.*
*You do not have to prove that the area you have found is a maximum.*
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Video Explanation
2023 NCEA L3 Calculus Exam Walkthrough by infinityplusone(starts at 18:18)
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