Approximating an area by rectangles

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In summary, approximating an area by rectangles is a mathematical method of estimating the area of a shape by dividing it into smaller rectangles and adding up their individual areas. The formula for finding the area of a rectangle is length x width. The number of rectangles needed for approximation depends on the desired accuracy, with more rectangles resulting in a closer estimation. This method is simple and efficient, and can be applied to both 2D and 3D shapes, but it may not always be accurate for irregular or complex shapes.
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Hi,

I have this problem,

1) Find 1 + 2 + · · · + n by summing the identity (m + 1)2 − m2 = 2m + 1 from m = 1 to n.
2) Similarly find 12 + 22 + · · · + n2 using the identity (m + 1)3 − m3 = 3m2 + 3m + 1

Thanks in advance.
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Consider the summing the identities provided from 1 through to n. You should be able to obtain a recursive formula for each power in terms of the sums of the lower powers.
 
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oh cool thanks.

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FAQ: Approximating an area by rectangles

What does it mean to approximate an area by rectangles?

Approximating an area by rectangles is a mathematical method used to estimate the area of a shape by dividing it into smaller rectangles and then adding up their individual areas. This method is commonly used to find the area of irregular shapes or curves.

What is the formula for finding the area of a rectangle?

The formula for finding the area of a rectangle is length x width. This means that you multiply the length of the rectangle by its width to get the total area.

How do you determine the number of rectangles needed to approximate an area?

The number of rectangles needed to approximate an area depends on the accuracy you want to achieve. The more rectangles you use, the closer your approximation will be to the actual area. Generally, the more complex the shape, the more rectangles you will need to use.

What are the advantages of using the rectangle approximation method?

The rectangle approximation method is a simple and efficient way to estimate the area of a shape. It is also a good introduction to more advanced mathematical concepts such as integration. Additionally, this method can be easily applied to both two-dimensional and three-dimensional shapes.

What are the limitations of using the rectangle approximation method?

The rectangle approximation method is not always accurate, especially when dealing with irregular shapes or curves. The larger the number of rectangles used, the more accurate the approximation will be, but this also means more calculations and time. Additionally, this method may not work well for very complex shapes with varying widths and lengths.

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