15.1.25 Evaluate the following double integral over the region R

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The discussion revolves around evaluating a double integral over a specified region R, with participants exploring the setup of the integral, the definition of the region, and the implications of potential typographical errors in the limits of integration. The scope includes mathematical reasoning and technical clarification related to double integrals.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant presents the double integral to be evaluated, noting their inexperience with the topic.
  • Another participant provides guidance on the correct LaTeX formatting for the integral notation.
  • A participant questions the limits of integration for y, expressing confusion about why y is set to -1.
  • One participant describes the region R as a rectangle and outlines a method to compute the volume using the integral.
  • Another participant expresses gratitude for the detailed steps provided in the solution, indicating that they found it easier than their previous attempts.
  • Several participants repeatedly point out that the limit "-1 ≤ y ≤ -1" is nonsensical, suggesting it should likely be "-1 ≤ y ≤ 1" instead, and argue that the current limits imply a line segment rather than a region.

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There is disagreement regarding the limits of integration for y, with multiple participants asserting that the original limits do not define a valid region for integration. The discussion remains unresolved as to the correct limits.

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The discussion highlights a potential typographical error in the limits of integration, which affects the interpretation of the region R. Participants express varying levels of understanding and confusion regarding the setup of the integral.

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$\tiny 15.1.25$
$\textsf{Evaluate the following double integral over the region R}\\$
$\textit{note: the R actually is supposed be under both Integrals don't know the LaTEX for it}$
\begin{align*}\displaystyle
\int_R\int&=5(x^5 - y^5)^2 dA\\
R&=[(x,y): 0 \le x \le 1, \, -1 \le y \le -1]
\end{align*}

OK pretty new at this and just did a few previous problems
which were double integrals but different
 
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As for the $\LaTeX$, look under the "Calculus/Analysis" section of our Quick $\LaTeX$ tool. You will find it, which gives the code:

\iint\limits_{}

into which you can enter "R":

\iint\limits_{R}

to give:

$$\iint\limits_{R}$$

Now, when you sketch the region $R$, what do you find?
 
$\tiny 15.1.25$
$\textsf{Evaluate the following double integral over the region R}\\$
\begin{align*}\displaystyle
&\iint\limits_{R}5(x^5 - y^5)^2 dA\\
R&=[(x,y): 0 \le x \le 1, \, -1 \le y \le -1]
\end{align*}

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I don't know why y goes to -1
 

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The region $R$ is a rectangle having the vertices:

$$(0,1),\,(1,1),\,(1,-1),\,(0,-1)$$

One way we can compute the volume is:

$$V=\int_{-1}^{1}\int_0^1 5\left(x^5-y^5\right)^2\,dx\,dy=5\int_{-1}^{1}\int_0^1 x^{10}-2x^5y^5+y^{10}\,dx\,dy=5\int_{-1}^{1}\left[\frac{x^{11}}{11}-\frac{x^6y^5}{3}+xy^{10}\right]_0^1\,dy=$$

$$5\int_{-1}^{1} \frac{1}{11}-\frac{y^5}{3}+y^{10}\,dy=5\left[\frac{y}{11}-\frac{y^6}{18}+\frac{y^{11}}{11}\right]_{-1}^{1}=5\left(\left(\frac{1}{11}-\frac{1}{18}+\frac{1}{11}\right)-\left(-\frac{1}{11}-\frac{1}{18}-\frac{1}{11}\right)\right)=\frac{20}{11}$$
 
thank you so much for showing all the steps

I was trying to deal with it without squaring which made it a lot harder

was cool to type in the answer and see the happy green pop up from MML

they have examples but it is really complicated. its tons better just to come here

:cool:
 
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"[math]-1\le y\le -1[/math]" makes no sense. Are you sure it is not supposed to be "[math]-1\le y\le 1[/math]"? As given the "region" of integration is a line segment, not a region at all, and the double integration over that is 0.
 
HallsofIvy said:
"[math]-1\le y\le -1[/math]" makes no sense. Are you sure it is not supposed to be "[math]-1\le y\le 1[/math]"? As given the "region" of integration is a line segment, not a region at all, and the double integration over that is 0.

Good catch! I didn't even see that...I saw what I expected. :)
 
HallsofIvy said:
"[math]-1\le y\le -1[/math]" makes no sense. Are you sure it is not supposed to be "[math]-1\le y\le 1[/math]"? As given the "region" of integration is a line segment, not a region at all, and the double integration over that is 0.
it should be $-1 \le y \le 1$
hard to see typo
 

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