IB skill practice

Solve optimization problems

Model and solve maximum or minimum problems using derivatives and clear interpretation.

Paper 1, Paper 2 5 marks Difficulty 5

Maximum value of a revenue model

A revenue model is \(R(x)=-2x^{2}+20x+30\). Find the maximum revenue.

Worked practice: result and interpretation

Calculate the requested result first, then choose the interpretation that follows from it.