Double integral in polar coordinates

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The discussion centers on the evaluation of a double integral in polar coordinates, where the user expresses concern about obtaining a zero result. The user believes their setup is correct but is uncertain about the integration process. Another participant suggests that if the result is zero, the setup must be incorrect, indicating the importance of verifying both the limits of integration and the integrand.

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I know I have the set up done correctly I am wondering where I went wrong because I know I cannot get zero, and I am a little worried I did my integration wrong. please help.
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If the answer is not supposed to be 0, your setup is wrong.
 

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