Find The Maximum And Minimum Values Of The Function F(x, Y) = 2x + 3y² - 4x + 5 On The Domain X² + Y² <
Understanding how to find the maximum and minimum values of a function within a specific domain is a fundamental concept in calculus and optimization. In this article, we will explore how to determine the maximum and minimum values of the function F(x, y) = 2x + 3y² - 4x + 5 on the domain defined by the inequality X² + Y² < r² (assuming the domain is the interior of a circle of radius r). This problem involves techniques such as critical point analysis and boundary examination, which are essential tools in multivariable calculus.
Introduction to the Problem
When working with functions of two variables, such as F(x, y), the goal is often to find the points within a specified domain where the function attains its highest and lowest values. These are known as the maximum and minimum, respectively. The domain in this case is the interior of a circle, defined by the inequality X² + Y² < r², where r is the radius.
The function in question is:
F(x, y) = 2x + 3y² - 4x + 5
which simplifies to:
F(x, y) = -2x + 3y² + 5
Now, our task is to find the maximum and minimum values of F(x, y) within the circle X² + Y² < r².
Step 1: Simplify the Function
Before proceeding, note that the function can be simplified:
- F(x, y) = 2x + 3y² - 4x + 5
- F(x, y) = (-2x) + 3y² + 5
This form makes it easier to analyze the behavior of the function.
Step 2: Find Critical Points Within the Domain
Critical points are points where the gradient of the function is zero. To find these points:
Partial Derivatives
Calculate the partial derivatives with respect to x and y:
- ∂F/∂x = -2
- ∂F/∂y = 6y
Set these derivatives equal to zero to find critical points:
- ∂F/∂x = -2 ≠ 0 — The derivative with respect to x is constant and never zero.
- ∂F/∂y = 6y = 0 ⇒ y = 0
Since ∂F/∂x is never zero, there are no critical points inside the domain based on the gradient being zero. However, the function's behavior along the boundary and at certain points should still be examined.
Step 3: Analyze the Boundary of the Domain
The boundary of the domain is the circle:
x² + y² = r²
Because the interior (x² + y² < r²) does not contain critical points, the maximum and minimum values are attained either at boundary points or at points approaching the boundary.
Parametrize the Boundary
Using parametric equations:
- x = r cos θ
- y = r sin θ
where θ varies from 0 to 2π.
Express F(x, y) on the Boundary
Substituting the parametric form into F(x, y):
F(r cos θ, r sin θ) = -2(r cos θ) + 3(r sin θ)² + 5
Simplify:
F(θ) = -2r cos θ + 3r² sin² θ + 5
Note that sin² θ = (1 - cos 2θ)/2, so:
F(θ) = -2r cos θ + 3r² (1 - cos 2θ)/2 + 5
which simplifies to:
F(θ) = -2r cos θ + (3r²/2) - (3r²/2) cos 2θ + 5
Step 4: Find the Extreme Values on the Boundary
To find the maximum and minimum of F(θ), analyze the function:
F(θ) = -2r cos θ - (3r²/2) cos 2θ + (3r²/2) + 5
Now, express cos 2θ in terms of cos θ:
Recall that cos 2θ = 2 cos² θ - 1. Thus:
F(θ) = -2r cos θ - (3r²/2)(2 cos² θ - 1) + (3r²/2) + 5
Distribute:
F(θ) = -2r cos θ - 3r² cos² θ + (3r²/2) + (3r²/2) + 5
Simplify:
F(θ) = -2r cos θ - 3r² cos² θ + 3r² + 5
Now, define x = cos θ, where x ∈ [-1, 1].
So, the problem reduces to analyzing the function:
G(x) = -2r x - 3r² x² + 3r² + 5, where x ∈ [-1, 1]
Finding Extreme Values of G(x)
Differentiate G(x) with respect to x:
dG/dx = -2r - 6r² x
Set derivative to zero to find critical points:
-2r - 6r² x = 0
Solve for x:
x = -2r / (6r²) = -2r / (6r²) = -1 / (3r)
Check whether this critical point x = -1 / (3r) lies within [-1, 1]:
- If r > 1/3, then x = -1/(3r) ∈ (-1, 1), so the critical point is within domain.
- If r ≤ 1/3, then x = -1/(3r) ≥ -1, but may be outside the domain depending on r.
Evaluating G(x) at Critical Point and Endpoints
Calculate G(x) at x = -1/(3r):
G(-1/(3r)) = -2r (-1/(3r)) - 3r² ( -1/(3r) )² + 3r² + 5
Simplify:
- First term: -2r (-1/(3r)) = 2/3
- Second term: -3r² (1 / (9 r²)) = -3r² (1 / (9 r²)) = -1/3
- Sum: 2/3 - 1/3 + 3r² + 5 = (1/3) + 3r² + 5
Therefore:
G(-1/(3r)) = (1/3) + 3r² + 5 = (16/3) + 3r²
Now, evaluate G(x) at the endpoints x = -1 and x = 1:
- For x = -1:
G(-1) = -2r (-1) - 3r² 1 + 3r² + 5 = 2r - 3r² + 3r² + 5 = 2r + 5
- For x = 1:
G(1) = -2r 1 - 3r² 1 + 3r² + 5 = -2r - 3r² + 3r² + 5 = -2r + 5
Summary of boundary evaluations:
- At x = -1: G = 2r + 5
- At x = 1: G = -2r + 5
- At critical point x = -1/(3r): G = (16/3) + 3r²
Step 5: Determine the Maximum and Minimum Values
Now, compare these values to find the maximum and minimum:
- The maximum among the boundary points:
- For r > 0, 2r + 5 increases with r, so the maximum at x = -1 is 2r + 5.
- The critical point gives G = (16/3) + 3r², which increases with r².
- The minimum:
- For r > 0, -2r +