Final answer:
To find the extreme values of the function f(x, y) = e^(-xy) on the region described by the inequality x^2 - 4y^2 ≤ 1, we need to first determine the critical points and then evaluate the function at these points and on the boundary.
Step-by-step explanation:
To find the extreme values of the function f(x, y) = e^(-xy) on the region described by the inequality x^2 - 4y^2 ≤ 1, we need to first determine the critical points and then evaluate the function at these points and on the boundary.
- Find the partial derivatives of f with respect to x and y, and solve the resulting equations to find the critical points.
- Evaluate f at the critical points and on the boundary x^2 - 4y^2 = 1.
- Compare the values obtained in step 2 to determine the minimum and maximum values of f.
By following these steps, you can find the extreme values of the function f(x, y) = e^(-xy) on the given region.