Designing a tent A canvas camping tent is to be constructed in the shape of a pyramid

Chapter 3, Problem 3.3.44

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Designing a tent A canvas camping tent is to be constructed in the shape of a pyramid with a square base. An 8-foot pole will form the center support, as illustrated in the figure. Find the length x of a side of the base so that the total amount of canvas needed for the sides and bottom is .

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