MathCastle
Multivariable CalculusHardOptimization & Lagrange Multipliers

Optimization & Lagrange Multipliers · Hard problem

Find the minimum value of f(x,y)=x2+6x+y2−2f(x, y) = x^{2} + 6 x + y^{2} - 2. Express your answer as a common fraction if needed.