Bounds Definition and 169 Threads

  1. M

    Proof of Inequality Between Lower and Upper Bounds

    Convergence of Divergent Series Whose Sequence Has a Limit Homework Statement Suppose ∑a_{n} is a series with lim a_{n} = L ≠ 0. Obviously this diverges since L ≠ 0. Suppose we make the new series, ∑(a_{n} - L). My question is this: is there some sufficient condition we could put solely...
  2. T

    Upper Bound of H in GCSE Maths

    Hi all I have another upper/low bound question, i have attached the question to this thread. The bit i am having trouble with is part (II) i.e. calculate the upper bound of H. I attempted this and got: - (24.45^2)/(2*9.85) = 30.34530457 H = 30.3 (3 sig fig) The problem is that...
  3. T

    Help With Upper & Lower Bounds

    Hi all I am studying for a maths test regarding upper and lower bounds, i have found a list of questions which i have attempted, i wa hoping someone could confirm if my answers are correct. 1. The weight of a bag of potatoes is 25 kg, correct to the nearest kg. (a) Write down the smallest...
  4. A

    Fortran Array Reference is out of bounds error? Fortran

    So, I have a bunch of errors which need resolving here but majority are based on the "out of bounds" error and hence the topic title :). Would be great if you are able to help me resolve the errors. Quite a newbie with fortran. So please bear with any silly questions that I may throw at you...
  5. D

    How Do You Solve Integrals with Complex Bounds?

    Hello, I'm studying for the exam and in the previous one there's a question like: Homework Statement Find the value of 1/(2*i*pi) ∫ exp(s*u)/s² ds for s from 1-i∞ to 1+i∞ What is the way to solve integrals with complex bounds ? Is it to make a variable change to get real bounds, like...
  6. Sudharaka

    MHB Upper Bounds and Tight Upper Bounds

    Hi everyone, :) What is a Tight Upper Bound? Is it the least upper bound? But then tight upper bound will be equivalent to the supremum. :confused:
  7. T

    Analysis - Upper and Lower Bounds

    Homework Statement Let E be a non-empty subset of the real numbers R. De fine carefully each of the terms (i) 'y is an upper bound for E' and (ii) 'y is the least upper bound for E' Homework Equations The Attempt at a Solution I've just started doing analysis and I'm unsure how...
  8. Useful nucleus

    Bounds on the chemical potential of electrons

    In a semiconductor, is the chemical potential of electrons limited to take values only between the valence band maximum and conduction band minimum? Are there circumstances where it can cross these bounds?
  9. M

    Runge-Kutta 4 order method. Severe 161: Array bounds exceeded.

    So here I am trying to solve Rayleigh's differential equation using Rungen-Kutta 4th order analytic method. This is what the exercise gives me: X(0 to 40), Y1(0)=0.1, Y2(0)=0, H=0.1, μ=0.5 This is what I ve written and gives me this error: IMPLICIT REAL*8(A-K,O-Z) DIMENSION...
  10. I

    Fortran Fortran90 issue: nonzero out of bounds array elements

    Hi to all. I am programing a new code for some calculation and i have detected a strange issue. I have my all arrays strictly defined for example real, dimension(-2:2,-3:2) A, B complex, dimension(-2:2,1:2) C In my time dependend calculations i expect the matrix element C(-2,1) to...
  11. M

    Calculators Area of Region w/ bounds, TI-89 syntax/method

    Hello, I'm struggling to figure out the syntax/method (on a TI-89) for finding the area of a curve bounded by the x and y-axis (and the curve) in a particular quadrant. Respectfully submitted, McFail
  12. NATURE.M

    Explaining Why 1.1 and 0.95 Are Not Least Upper Bounds for Set A

    Homework Statement Given a set A that contains all numbers of the form, n/(n+1), where n is a positive integer, a.explain why the number 1.1 is not the lub of A. b.explain why the number 0.95 is no the lub of A. Homework Equations The Attempt at a Solution a. Suppose 1.1 is...
  13. E

    Proving that a sequence is within certain bounds

    Homework Statement Define a1=1, and for every n>1, an+1 = an + \frac{1}{an}. Prove that 20 < a200 < 24The Attempt at a Solution I tried a few things to no avail. First, I showed that this is an increasing function by showing an+1 > an. I tried finding a limit, by saying if...
  14. N

    Bounds on infinite sequences with a known limit

    Hello! Unfortunately, I have not spent as much time as I should have on limits, or sequences, or their properties. In trying to work on a number theory math proof I have come across the following: I have an infinite sequence of numbers, all between 0 and 1 inclusive. I know that the limit of...
  15. A

    Inverse transformation matrix entry bounds

    I have sets of 2d vectors to be transformed by an augmented matrix A that performs an affine transform. Matrix A can have values that differ at most |d| from the identity matrix, to limit the transformation, meaning that the min/max bounds for A are I_3 \pm dI_3 The problem is that i'd lke...
  16. N

    Proving Upper and Lower Bounds for Continuous Happiness on a Scale of -10 to 10

    Homework Statement Assume happiness can be measured on a scale from -10 (very unhappy) to 10 (extremely happy). Let D denote the set of possible ways to live one day. For each way of living a dayd∈D define a function h_d:[0,24]⟶[−10,10] to be equal to the value of happiness at each point...
  17. W

    Which Quantity is Considered the Upper and Lower Limits in a Definite Integral?

    When taking a definite integral that is bound by two points a and x where a is a constant and x is a variable, which quantity do I consider the upper limit of the integral and which quantity is the lower limit? \int^a_x x this integral is written as -\int^x_a x in my book. When I use...
  18. A

    Volume of the Solid bounds and integral

    Find the volume of the solid obtained by rotating about the y-axis the region bounded by the curves y= e-2x^2, y=0, x=0, x=1. Should the bounds for the problem be taken from the y-axis or the x-axis? I think that the integral for this problem would be: ∏∫(e-2x^2)dx , is this correct
  19. N

    Improper intergral, infinite bounds of integration

    ∞ ∫ x^3 dx =∫ x^3 dx+∫x^3dx -∞ I split up integral and got (x^4)/4 and infinity when evaluating using limits. does the integral converge to zero or diverge to infinity minus infinity? would really appreciate help answering this question. Thanks
  20. T

    Electric Potential and bounds of integration

    Homework Statement Find the potential difference between V(P) - V(R) and V(c) - V(a) Homework Equations Electric potential: V(a) - V(b) = \int^{b}_{a}E*dr V(b) - v(a) = -\int^{a}_{b}E*dr Fundamental Theorem of Calculus: F(b) - F(a) = \int^{b}_{a}f(x)dx The Attempt at...
  21. M

    Is Integrating from -L<x<L the Same as -L ≤ x ≤ L?

    hey everyone is integrating from -L<x<L the same as integrating over -L \leq x \leq L? I am looking for a rigorous response, so if you have time could you explain why, rather than simply yes or no? thanks!
  22. D

    Lower and Upper bounds of Polynomial equations

    Recently I am studying about theorems regarding to polynomial equations and encounter the lower and upper bounds theorem. Which states that if a<0 and P(a) not equals 0, and dividing P(x) by (x-a) leads to coefficients that alternate signs, then a is a lower bound of all the roots of P(x)=0. The...
  23. E

    Attempted to access data1(:,1); index out of bounds because size(data1)=[0,0].

    Hi, I am running a code in MATLAB process 8 columns and over 500 rows of data but i get the above error. With 6 columns, the code works well. Your help is important.
  24. S

    Proving Bounds on Moments of a Random Variable

    Homework Statement For any random variable X, prove that P{X\geq0}\leqinf[ E[ phi(t) : t \geq 0] \leq 1 where phi(t) = E[exp(tX)] o<phi(t)\leq∞ Homework Equations The Attempt at a Solution I am not sure how to begin this. Any hints to get started would be greatly appreciated.
  25. R

    Quick question. How do you change the bounds of integration if using sec?

    And in general, always been bad at it. If original bounds are ∫pi/3 to 0 and I am changing the bounds because I'm U-substituting. My subtitution is u=secx so is it when cos = pi/3 and 0 or am I wrong? so the new bound would be from pi/2 to pi/3..?
  26. R

    Error Bounds for derivative estimation

    So we are estimated derivatives using a three point formula in class and the giving bounds for the error. I was given a table of x1=1.1, x2=1.2, x3=1.3, x4=1.4. I have to find an error bound to estimate the error for x=1.1 and 1.3 for f(x)=ex In class we did x=1.1 as follows...
  27. M

    Find upper and lower bounds for n/m

    If n>m>1, find upper and lower bounds for n!/m! Answer: upper bound = {[(n+1)^(n+1)]/[(m+1)^(m+1)]}*e^(-(n-m)) lower bound = [(n^n)/(m^m)]*e^(-(n-m)) This is from a chapter on finding bounds for sum of series. Can someone please explain how to arrive at the answer? Thanks!
  28. C

    Spivak Exercice, Least Upper Bounds Chapter, Proof

    Hi there! I always think whether I am posting this correctly, or this belongs to the homework section. If so, my apologies. I am trying to understand the solutions for a problem in Spicak Calculus, 3^{rd} edition. #8-13 The Problem: "Let A and B bt two nonempty sets of numbers...
  29. R

    Proving Bounds for a Riemann Sum: Part II

    this is a riemann sum question and i need help with part 2 let Sn denote the finite sum 1+2^ 3/2 +...+n^ 3/2 i) use suitable upper and lower riemann sums for the function f(x)=x^3/2 on the interval [0,100] to prove that S99<J<100 ummm i did this and found 40000<J<41000 II) hence, or...
  30. stripes

    VERY simple: String index out of bounds exception

    Homework Statement I am making a very, very simple program that takes in the date (of type string) from the user in the form DD/MM/YYYY. It then confirms whether or not the date is legitimate or not. For example, 09/07/2012 is valid, but 09/17/2012 is not valid. My program compiles...
  31. N

    Regions of integration; bounds and triple integrals.

    Homework Statement My first problem is with 2ia) and 2ib), I got the correct answer, although not happy with my understanding of it. http://img826.imageshack.us/img826/1038/443pr.jpg The Attempt at a Solution (2ia and 2ib) The region that's of concern is the upper part between y = x^2 and...
  32. S

    Proving Bounds of γ'' & β'' in [T''] Matrix

    [ T'' ] = [ T ] [ T' ] [ T'' ] = [ ( γ'' ) , ( - γ'' β'' ) ] [ ( - γ'' β'' ) , ( γ'' ) ] γ'' = γ γ' ( 1 + β β' ) → no problem, proven to be b/w [ 1 , ∞ ) β'' = ( β + β' ) / ( 1 + β β' ) → can't figure out how to prove it's b/w [ 0 , 1 )
  33. T

    Triple Integrals: Spherical Coordinates - Finding the Bounds for ρ

    Homework Statement Find the volume of the solid that lies above the cone z = root(x2 + y2) and below the sphere x2 + y2 + x2 = z. Homework Equations x2 + y2 + x2 = ρ2 The Attempt at a Solution The main issue I have with this question is finding what the boundary of integration is for ρ. I...
  34. M

    Trapezoidal rule error bounds problem

    Homework Statement a. Use the trapezoidal rule with n = 4 subintervals to estimate \int_0^2 x^2 dx. b. Use the error bound to find the bound for the error. c. Compute the integral exactly. d. Verify the error is no more than the error bound.Homework Equations Here, based on the problem, a...
  35. D

    MHB Partial Sum Bounds: Explaining the Shift from N to $2^{N+1}-1$

    I don't understand the bounds of the partial sum. $$ \prod_{n=0}^N(1+z^{2^n}) =\sum_{n=0}^{2^{N+1}-1}z^n = \frac{1-z^{2^{N+1}}}{1-z} $$ How does it go from N in the product to $2^{N+1}-1$ in the sum?
  36. M

    Are There Infinite Upper Bounds for a Given Set?

    #Upper bounds of a given set In my analysis book it says: "If a set has a upper bound, there are infinitely many upper bounds". Why is this correct? If you have some finite set, won't there be just one?
  37. E

    Least Upper Bounds: Find, Exist & Belong to Set

    Homework Statement Find the least upper bound and greatest lower bound (if they exist) of the following sets and state whether they belong to the set: a. {1/n:n\in"Natural Number"} b. {x\in"Rational Number":0≤x≤√5 c. {x irrational:√2≤x2} d. {(1/n)+(-1)n:n\in"Natural Number"}...
  38. S

    Probability problem: upper bounds on binomial CDF

    Homework Statement Hi all, just a quick question here - the setup is as follows: X is a random variable, X \sim \operatorname{Bin}(m,p) where p=2^{-\sqrt{\log n}}(\log n)^2 and m \geq 2^{\sqrt{\log n}}c for constants c, n (n "large" here). I wish to show that \mathbb{P}(X < c) \leq e^{-(\log...
  39. D

    Integral Bounds Determination in Spherical Coordinates

    Homework Statement How to determine the integral bounds of phi in spherical polar coordinates. Please see my exact question at the end of page 2 of 2 in attachments. Homework Equations Please see my attachments The Attempt at a Solution Please see my attachments.
  40. D

    How can we prove that \frac{x-1}{x-2} < 1 for x < 0?

    Homework Statement I just want to show that given x<0, \frac{x-1}{x-2} <1. The Attempt at a Solution I don't know why I am having trouble with this! I feel like this is so easy! So if x<0, then we know x-1<-1, x-2<-2 . So \frac{-1}{2}<\frac{1}{x-2} and...
  41. C

    Bounds on zeroes theorem? requires calc proof?

    I've come across the bounds on zeros theorem in my algebra book, but they don't seem to try to offer proof for it. Does this proof require calculus?
  42. K

    Changing bounds of integration.

    Homework Statement The problem given: Homework Equations The Attempt at a Solution I need an x^2 in there to do the inner integral. I'm having a bit of trouble figuring out how the bounds are defined. X goes from 1 to y/2 and y goes from 0 to 2. So does that mean x goes from 1 to 2x?
  43. T

    Identifying a Solid By Its Bounds

    Homework Statement Sketch the solid whose volume is given by the following integral and then evaluate this integral: ∫(0≤r≤2)∫(0≤θ≤2π)∫(0≤z≤r) (r) dzdθdrThe Attempt at a Solution So, I kind of cheated and evaluated the integral first. So I have ∫(0≤z≤r) (r) dz = rz, from z=0 to z=r, which I...
  44. H

    What are the frequency bounds of waves from sine wave additive synthesis?

    Hello, If I can make any number of waves (n) all with the same phase but all within a frequency range of 100-200hz, what are the ranges of frequencies I can make when adding them? So would I be able to make a wave with frequency 400hz, or 25hz, using additive synthesis and these constraints...
  45. B

    Selecting the correct bounds for polar integrals

    Hi! Here's a question I am working on: Double integral of arctan(y/x). where R: 1≤x2+y2≤4, 0≤y≤x. I have the bounds for r as 1 to 2, but for θ I don't know if I should use ∏/4 to ∏/2 or 0 to ∏/2. How do I know which one? The integration is easy, but I need help with the bounds...
  46. A

    Derivative increasing without bounds

    if f'(x) > 0 for all real values of x then x increases without bounds. I thought that was true but in the back of the book it says false and uses f(x)=2x/sqrt(x2+2) as an example. i worked out the derivative and got f'(x) = 4/(x2+2)3/2. how does that show that the first sentence is false? I'm...
  47. G

    Calculus II - Taylor Series - Error Bounds

    Homework Statement Hi, I'm really struggling with trying to come up with the error bound when doing taylor series problems Use the reaminder term to estimate the absolute error in approximating the following quantitites with the nth-order Taylor Polynomial cnetered at 0. Estimates are...
  48. J

    Bounds of a band pass filter for image processing

    Hi all, I'm working on some image analysis as a part of my research, specifically trying to match images. The method I am using transforms the image into the frequency domain and then applies a band pass (or mesa) filter to eliminate noise and the dc component of the image. I have never...
  49. F

    Marginal PDF Bounds: Calculating Integration Limits

    Hey guys, So I'm having trouble telling what the integration bounds should be when calculation the marginal PDF of two random variables. So the joint PDF fX1,X2(x1,x2) is a constant C = 1 in the regions x1 and x2. The regions are bound by 0<=x1<=1 and 0<=x2<=2(1-x1). If the marginal PDFs are...
  50. P

    What are the bounds for evaluating a triple integral in the first octant?

    Homework Statement evaluate triple integral of z.dV where the solid E is bounded by the cylinder y2+z2=9 and the planes x=0 and y=3x and z=0 in the first octant Homework Equations for cylindrical polar co-ords, x=rcos\theta, y=rsin\theta and z=z The Attempt at a Solution im just...
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