Convert the double integral to polar coordinates

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The discussion revolves around evaluating a double integral by converting it to polar coordinates. The integral involves the function arctan(y/x) over a specified region in the first quadrant defined by two circles and two lines.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Assumption checking, Problem interpretation

Approaches and Questions Raised

  • Participants discuss the conversion of the integral to polar coordinates and the determination of the bounds for r and θ. There is uncertainty regarding the lower bound for r, with suggestions of different values being considered. Some participants express confusion about their previous attempts and the correctness of their results.

Discussion Status

The discussion is ongoing, with participants questioning their assumptions about the bounds of integration. Some guidance has been offered regarding the lower bound for r, and there is a recognition of potential errors in previous calculations. Multiple interpretations of the problem are being explored.

Contextual Notes

Participants note discrepancies between their results and the expected answers, with discussions about the simplification of the final answer and whether it affects the overall solution.

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Homework Statement


Evaluate the double integral by converting to polar coordinates.
∫∫ arctan y/x dA; R is the sector in the first quadrant between the circles 1/4= x^2+y^2 and x^2+y^2=1 and the lines y=x/√3 and y=x.


Homework Equations



arctan y/x= θ

The Attempt at a Solution



D={(r,θ) l 1/4≤r≤1, ∏/6≤∏/4}

∫∫ θr drdθ

Which gives me 25∏^2/3072 which is incorrect according to my book. The correct answer is 15∏^2/2304.
 
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tag16 said:

Homework Statement


Evaluate the double integral by converting to polar coordinates.
∫∫ arctan y/x dA; R is the sector in the first quadrant between the circles 1/4= x^2+y^2 and x^2+y^2=1 and the lines y=x/√3 and y=x.


Homework Equations



arctan y/x= θ

The Attempt at a Solution



D={(r,θ) l 1/4≤r≤1, ∏/6≤∏/4}

∫∫ θr drdθ

Which gives me 25∏^2/3072 which is incorrect according to my book. The correct answer is 15∏^2/2304.

Your lower bound for r is wrong. Think about it again.
 
I'm not sure, I thought maybe 1/8 but that's not right.
 
tag16 said:
I'm not sure, I thought maybe 1/8 but that's not right.

A circle around the origin has the equation x^2+y^2=r^2. If r^2=1/4, what's r?
 
I tried 1/2 when I was originally having difficulty with the problem and still got the wrong answer. I guess I must be missing something else.
 
tag16 said:
I tried 1/2 when I was originally having difficulty with the problem and still got the wrong answer. I guess I must be missing something else.

Their given answer isn't in lowest terms for some reason. 15*pi/2304=5*pi/768. Is that part of the trouble?
 
tag16 said:
I tried 1/2 when I was originally having difficulty with the problem and still got the wrong answer. I guess I must be missing something else.
Try again, This gives the right answer using the rest of what you have.
 

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