1. Maximizing and Minimizing Applications of Quadratic Functions

2. Finding a Maximum or Minimum Value

3. When asked to find a maximum or minimum value of a quadratic equation, we must first find the vertex.

4. Bobby has 600 yards of fencing to enclose a rectangular corral. The corral will be subdivided into two identical smaller rectangular plots by placing a fence parallel to the corral’s shorter sides. Find the dimensions that maximize the enclosed area.

5.             A cruise ship offers week-long trips for up to 1000 people. The trip is only offered to groups of 300 people or more. If the group contains exactly 300 people, each person pays $800. The cost per person is reduced by $1 for each person in excess of 300. Find the size of the group that maximizes the ship owner’s income.