4.1.306 AP Calculus Exam Area under Curve

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around calculating the area of the region in the first quadrant bounded by the graph of the function \(y=e^{x/2}\) and the vertical line \(x=2\). Participants explore integration techniques and graphical representations related to this problem.

Discussion Character

  • Homework-related
  • Mathematical reasoning
  • Technical explanation

Main Points Raised

  • One participant presents the integral \(\int e^{x/2} dx = 2e^{x/2}\) and evaluates it from 0 to 2, suggesting the area is \(2e-2\).
  • Another participant points out the need to include a constant \(C\) in the indefinite integral, implying a correction to the previous claim.
  • A participant expresses confusion about the graphical representation of the function and the vertical line, indicating difficulty in visualizing the area under the curve.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

There is no consensus on the correct evaluation of the area, as participants present differing views on the integration process and the graphical representation. The discussion remains unresolved regarding the final area calculation.

Contextual Notes

Participants have not fully clarified the assumptions regarding the limits of integration or the graphical representation, which may affect the understanding of the area calculation.

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$\textsf{What is the area of the region in the first quadrant bounded by the graph of}$
$$y=e^{x/2} \textit{ and the line } x=2$$
a. 2e-2 b. 2e c. $\dfrac{e}{2}-1$ d. $\dfrac{e-1}{2}$ e. e-1Integrate
$\displaystyle \int e^{x/2}=2e^{x/2}$
take the limits
$2e^{x/2}\Biggr|_0^2=2e-2$which is a.any suggestions ?
 
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karush said:
$\textsf{What is the area of the region in the first quadrant bounded by the graph of}$
$$y=e^{x/2} \textit{ and the line } x=2$$
a. 2e-2 b. 2e c. $\dfrac{e}{2}-1$ d. $\dfrac{e-1}{2}$ e. e-1Integrate
$\displaystyle \int e^{x/2}=2e^{x/2}$
take the limits
$2e^{x/2}\Biggr|_0^2=2e-2$which is a.any suggestions ?

Put a +C at the end of your indefinite integral, and then you are correct.
 
karush said:
Integrate
[math]\int e^{x/2}[/math] dx [math]=2e^{x/2}[/math] + C
Tsk tsk.

-Dan
 
\begin{tikzpicture}
%preamble \usepackage{pgfplots}
\begin{axis}[axis lines=middle, grid=both]
\addplot[
draw = red,
domain=-.5:3,
range=-2:8,
samples=50
] {exp(e^(x/2)};
\draw[solid] (2,0)- -(2,6);
\end{axis}
\end{tikzpicture}ok I tried to tikx $e^{x/2}$ and $x=2$ but kinda ! don't see any vertical line
also be nice for a light shade in the region
 
karush said:
\begin{tikzpicture}
%preamble \usepackage{pgfplots}
\begin{axis}[axis lines=middle, grid=both]
\addplot[
draw = red,
domain=-.5:3,
range=-2:8,
samples=50
] {exp(e^(x/2)};
\draw[solid] (2,0)- -(2,6);
\end{axis}
\end{tikzpicture}ok I tried to tikx $e^{x/2}$ and $x=2$ but kinda ! don't see any vertical line
also be nice for a light shade in the region

Wait, what? Are you trying to graph the area?
 

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