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Applied Optimization
5. Graphical Applications of Derivatives / Applied Optimization / Problem 1
Problem 1

A small bakery makes a profit P(c) P(c) in dollars from selling c c cakes per day according to the formula P(c)=c(40c)80P(c) = c(40 - c) - 80. Considering that PP is a continuous function, how many cakes should the bakery sell per day to maximize its profit?

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