Flux of a Paraboloid without Parametrization

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The discussion centers on calculating the outward flux of the vector field F = through the surface of the paraboloid defined by z = x^2 + y^2, constrained between 0 ≤ z ≤ 4. The method employed involves summing the surface integrals for two cases: the paraboloid surface and the top disk at z = 4. The final computed flux was -32π/3, with the flux through the top disk being 0. The participant expressed uncertainty regarding their solution and sought clarification on potential errors in their approach.

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Homework Statement


Find the outward flux of F = <x + z, y + z, xy> through the surface of the paraboloid z = x^2 + y^2, 0 ≤ z ≤ 4, including its top disk.

Homework Equations



double integral (-P(∂f/∂x) - Q(∂f/∂y) + R)dA
where the vector F(x,y) = <P, Q, R>
and where z = f(x,y) <-- f(x,y) is the function that undergoes partial differentiaion

The Attempt at a Solution



I didn't parametrize. My teacher wanted this method, where sum the surface integrals of two instances: a) when z = x^2 + y^2, and b) z = 4. My final answer was -32pi/3, with the flux at z = 4 being 0. I have a strong feeling I did something wrong but I don't know what. Please help. Any input will be greatly appreciated.
 
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waters said:

Homework Statement


Find the outward flux of F = <x + z, y + z, xy> through the surface of the paraboloid z = x^2 + y^2, 0 ≤ z ≤ 4, including its top disk.

Homework Equations



double integral (-P(∂f/∂x) - Q(∂f/∂y) + R)dA
where the vector F(x,y) = <P, Q, R>
and where z = f(x,y) <-- f(x,y) is the function that undergoes partial differentiaion

The Attempt at a Solution



I didn't parametrize. My teacher wanted this method, where sum the surface integrals of two instances: a) when z = x^2 + y^2, and b) z = 4. My final answer was -32pi/3, with the flux at z = 4 being 0. I have a strong feeling I did something wrong but I don't know what. Please help. Any input will be greatly appreciated.

Why would you say the flux is 0 when z = 4? But in any case, if you have something wrong how are we supposed to help you when you didn't show us your work?
 

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