How do I calculate this double integral using a change of variables?

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The discussion focuses on calculating the double integral of cos((x-y)/(x+y)) dA over a triangular region R defined by the vertices (0,0), (2,2), and (2 + π, 2 - π). The transformation to new variables U = x-y and V = x+y is essential for solving the integral. Participants emphasize the importance of mapping Cartesian coordinates to UV space to establish the correct bounds for the integral, particularly by evaluating the transformations at the triangle's vertices.

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The problem is as follows.

Calculate the double integral of cos ((x-y)/(x+y)) dA over R, where R is the triangle bounded by the points (0,0), (2,2), and (2 + pi, 2 - pi).

I understand that you have to set U = x-y and V = x+y. However, I am having a hard time finding the bounds on the integral because the slope of the lines isn't 1. I can't simply add x to the other side of each equation because of the 2+pi and 2-pi. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks!
 
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mld993 said:
The problem is as follows.

Calculate the double integral of cos ((x-y)/(x+y)) dA over R, where R is the triangle bounded by the points (0,0), (2,2), and (2 + pi, 2 - pi).

I understand that you have to set U = x-y and V = x+y. However, I am having a hard time finding the bounds on the integral because the slope of the lines isn't 1. I can't simply add x to the other side of each equation because of the 2+pi and 2-pi. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks!
It is a case of mapping the coordinates of the points in Cartesians to uv space. When x=y=0, what are u and v? When x=y=2, what are u and v? Similarly, for x,y=2±π. Once you have pairs (u,v), you can sketch the resulting region and then determine the bounds for u and v.
 

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