Grades 11-12 Video Solutions 2011-11&12 Video Solutions 2011 problem12

11&12 Video Solutions 2011 problem12

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Given the problem of dividing a rectangle into three parts with two specific dimensions (11x7 and 8x4), the goal is to determine the area of the third rectangle to maximize the total area. By examining different configurations, the optimal solution yields an original rectangle area of 165 square units. In this arrangement, the third rectangle has dimensions of 7x8, giving it an area of 56 square units. Therefore, the area of the third rectangle, which adds to achieve the maximal total area, is 56.