Area of the region bounded between two curves with integration by parts

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Homework Help Overview

The discussion revolves around finding the area bounded between the curves defined by the equations y=34ln(x) and y=xln(x). The original poster attempts to set up the problem using integration by parts and identifies the bounds for integration.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Assumption checking

Approaches and Questions Raised

  • Participants discuss the identification of intersection points to determine integration bounds and question the validity of using 0 as a lower bound due to the functions' definitions.

Discussion Status

The discussion has led to a recognition of an error in the bounds of integration, with the original poster acknowledging the correct bounds should be from 1 to 34. Participants are providing feedback on the setup and calculations without reaching a final consensus.

Contextual Notes

There is a noted concern regarding the functions' definitions at x=0, which impacts the choice of bounds for integration.

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Homework Statement



Find the area bounded between the two curves
y=34ln(x) and y=xln(x)


Homework Equations



Integration by parts: \intudv= uv-\intvdu

The Attempt at a Solution


First I found the intersection points of the two equation to set the upper and lower bounds. The lower bound is 0 and the upper bound is 34. My integrand is as follows--

\int34ln(x)-xln(x) with the limits of integration being from 0 to 34.

I evaluated the integral using integration by parts, and eventually came up with the following solution...

\int34ln(x)-xln(x)= 34xln(x)-34x-(x^{2}ln(x)/2) -(1/4)x^{2}

and evaluated from 0 to 34, the answer is 1156ln(34)-1156-(1156ln(34)/2)+289

I am not quite sure where my mistake is being made. I verified my answer using a graphing calculator (although that does not absolutely make my answer correct), so if anyone sees where I am making my mistake I would greatly appreciate the help!
 
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When you say the lower bound is 0, I don't see how that is possible. From your integral, it appears that you are integrating with respect to x. Neither of your functions is defined at x = 0.
 
check this again

34xln(x)-34x-(xLaTeX Code: ^{2} ln(x)/2) -(1/4)xLaTeX Code: ^{2}

one of the sign is wrong
 
My mistake was in the bounds, which should have been from 1 to 34. Thank you for your help!
 

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