Finding the z-coordinate of the center of gravity for a region

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I just need to know if my answer is correct for the following:

Find the z-coordinate of the center of gravity of the region:

(x/(z^3-1))^2 + (y/(z^3+1))^2<=1, 0<=z<=1.

I'm getting 7/16; am I in the ballpark? Thanks for any help.
 
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I got that value as well.
 
Thanks; glad to know I'm at least somewhat following this material.
 
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