Dimensions of box that minimize the material used

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Homework Statement


A box with a square base and open top must have a volume of 32,000cm^3. Find the dimensions of the box that minimize the amont of material used.

Homework Equations


[tex]Sa(surface area)=4xy+x^2[/tex]
[tex]Volume=x^2y[/tex]

The Attempt at a Solution


I want to minimize Sa I am pretty sure so how do i begin?
 
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