Help with double integral problems

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The discussion centers on solving a double integral problem involving the function cos(x^2) over a specified region. The integral is defined from x=y to x=sqrt(pi/2) and y=0 to y=sqrt(pi/2). Participants highlight the difficulty in integrating cos(x^2)dx, which requires special functions beyond the scope of a first-year multivariable calculus course. A solution is suggested by reversing the order of integration after sketching the region, simplifying the problem significantly.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of double integrals in multivariable calculus
  • Familiarity with the function cos(x^2) and its properties
  • Knowledge of reversing the order of integration
  • Basic skills in sketching regions defined by inequalities
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  • Study techniques for evaluating double integrals
  • Learn about special functions related to integrals of cos(x^2)
  • Practice sketching regions for double integrals
  • Explore examples of reversing the order of integration in multivariable calculus
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Students in first-year multivariable calculus, educators teaching integration techniques, and anyone seeking to improve their skills in evaluating complex integrals.

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Can someone explain to me how I would arrive at this answer?:
http://www.wolframalpha.com/input/?...m+x=y+to+x=sqrt(pi/2)+and+y=0+to+y=sqrt(pi/2)

This double integral problem came up in a practice test I was taking, and I just can't figure it out. I tried integrating it but couldn't figure out how to integrate cos(x^2)dx and when I put that into Wolfram Alpha it said it involved some special function that seems much too advanced for the level of the course the test is from (it's from a first year multivariable calculus class). Thanks!
 
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elvishatcher said:
Can someone explain to me how I would arrive at this answer?:
http://www.wolframalpha.com/input/?...m+x=y+to+x=sqrt(pi/2)+and+y=0+to+y=sqrt(pi/2)

This double integral problem came up in a practice test I was taking, and I just can't figure it out. I tried integrating it but couldn't figure out how to integrate cos(x^2)dx and when I put that into Wolfram Alpha it said it involved some special function that seems much too advanced for the level of the course the test is from (it's from a first year multivariable calculus class). Thanks!

Draw the region then use your picture to reverse the order of integration.
 
Aha, got it. Thanks much.
 

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