Calculating Line Integral of Lamda Curve

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The problem involves calculating a line integral along a piecewise linear curve defined by specific points in the Cartesian plane. The vector field involved is given in terms of x and y coordinates, and the integral is expressed in terms of a parameterization of the curve.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Conceptual clarification, Mathematical reasoning, Problem interpretation, Assumption checking

Approaches and Questions Raised

  • Participants discuss the parameterization of the curve, with initial attempts focusing on a straight line from (1,0) to (2,1). Questions arise regarding the correctness of the chosen parameterization and its implications for the line integral calculation.

Discussion Status

The discussion is active, with participants providing feedback on each other's parameterization attempts. Some guidance has been offered regarding the correct form of the parameterization for the second segment of the curve, and there is an exploration of the implications of different parameter choices.

Contextual Notes

There is an indication of confusion regarding the parameterization of the line segments, particularly in relation to the angles and endpoints of the segments. The original poster expresses uncertainty about their approach to parametrization and the subsequent calculations.

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Homework Statement



A curve lamda starts in (0,0) and fallows a straight line from x = 0, y = 0 to x = 1, y = 0 and then another straight line to x = 2 and y = 1. Calculate the line integral I = S vdr
where S is an integral s
v = (x+3y)i + (3+y)j

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The Attempt at a Solution



the first line
y = 0
dy = 0
S x dx from 0 to 1
= 1/2

The second line
x = t
y = t
dx = dt
dy = dt

S (t+3t)dt + (3+t)dt
and here it stops. Both x and y are variables and x are supposed to go from 1 to 2 and y from 0 to 1.
 
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x=t and y=t doesn't parametrize the line connecting (1,0) and (2,1), does it?
 
then there is something I have got wronge. I have not done much of parametrization, but I was thinking a straight line from (1,0) to (2,1) had to be 45 degrees and the you used x = t and y = t which gives 45 degree angle.
 
It's 45 degree's alright but if you put t=0, you get (0,0). How about putting x=t+1?
 
So it is?

x = t+1
y = t
dx = dt
dy = dt
S t+1 + 3t + 3 + t dt
S 5t + 4 dt from 0 to 1
= 13/2

Thanks for all the help
 

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