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Packing similar rectangles (Posted on 2023-02-08) Difficulty: 3 of 5
[Part 1.] Pack two similar rectangles with aspect ratio r and short sides of length 1 and 2 into a third similar rectangle with short side x, such that the maximum proportion of the larger rectangle is covered.

Find r, x and the proportion covered.

[Part 2.] Pack three similar rectangles with aspect ratio r and short sides of length 1, 2, and 3 into a fourth similar rectangle with short side x, such that the maximum proportion of the larger rectangle is covered.

Find r, x and the proportion covered.

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No Subjectotis2023-02-10 03:03:45
SolutionSolutionLarry2023-02-09 00:19:34
SolutionAnswersBrian Smith2023-02-08 23:29:39
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