Computing a double integral with given vertices

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The discussion focuses on computing a double integral over a triangular region defined by vertices (0,0), (5,2), and (3,4) using a specific transformation. The user attempted to split the triangle into two smaller triangles to establish limits of integration, resulting in two separate double integrals. The computed values for the integrals were \(-\frac{651}{8}\) and \(-\frac{4739}{12}\), leading to a combined volume of \(\frac{11431}{24}\). However, the user expressed uncertainty about the method used and sought clarification on the correct transformation approach.

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1. Homework Statement [/b]

Use the transformation that takes the unit square to a triangle to compute the integral

[tex]\int\int_{B}2x+3y dA[/tex]

Where B is a triangular region with vertices (0,0), (5,2), and (3,4).


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What I did was I drew the region on an xy plane, I split the triangle up into two triangles and found my limits of integration by drawing the lines made by connecting the vertices. Because I split the triangle up into two, I needed to add two separate double integrals.

This is what I got.

[tex]\int_{x=0}^{x=3}\int_{y=5x/2}^{y=4x/2}(2x+3y) dydx + \int_{x=3}^{x=5}\int_{y=5x/2}^{y=-x+7}(2x+3y) dydx[/tex]

With the first integral I got

[tex]\dfrac{-651}{8}[/tex]

for the second integral i got

[tex]\dfrac{-4739}{12}[/tex]

I figured that if I add both of them together I would get the volume underneath that region (the whole thing), but the number I got, [tex]\frac{11431}{24}[/tex] seems to large.

I also don't think I'm doing it the method wanted.
Can anyone please direct me where to go from here, I'm somewhat lost.

Thank you
 
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I didn't check your work because, as you suspect, that isn't the method you have been asked to use. Your question refers to "the" transformation that takes the unit square to a triangle. I'm guessing your text has given you that example. Look it up and share the equations of that transformation with us and then we can talk.:smile:
 

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