If you were given 24, 1x1x1 inch cubes, what arrangement will give a rectangular prism with the minimum surface area? What arrangement will give a rectangular prism with the maximum surface area?
Use specific examples to illustrate your ideas. Be sure to answer each question using a complete sentence.
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