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Question

The following function represents the production cost f(x), in dollars, for x number if units produced by compang 1: 

f(x) = 0.15x^2 - 6x + 400

 

The following table represents the production cost g(x), in dollars, for x number of units produced by company 2: 

x  | g(x) 

50| 75

60| 60

70| 55

80| 60

90| 75

 

Based on the given information, the minimum productions cost for company ___ is greater. 

Answer 1

Isabella,

 

The minimum production cost for company 1 is 400 when x=0, f(x) = 400. Therefore, the minimum productions cost for company 1 is greater.