How do I calculate this on a TI-89?

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The TI-89 calculator effectively computes definite integrals using the command integrate(2x^3,x,1,3). This functionality is documented in the calculator's accompanying booklet, which is also available on the Texas Instruments website. Users can leverage this feature for various mathematical operations, including summations, particularly useful for students in Pre-Calculus. The integration of the function from 1 to 3 yields accurate results, demonstrating the calculator's capabilities.

PREREQUISITES
  • Familiarity with the TI-89 calculator interface
  • Understanding of definite integrals in calculus
  • Basic knowledge of polynomial functions
  • Experience with mathematical notation and syntax
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  • Explore the TI-89 manual for additional functions and commands
  • Learn how to perform summations on the TI-89
  • Study the concept of definite integrals in calculus
  • Investigate other Texas Instruments calculators for similar functionalities
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Students in Pre-Calculus, educators teaching calculus concepts, and anyone seeking to utilize the TI-89 for advanced mathematical computations.

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[tex]f(x) = 2x^3 [1,3][/tex]

[tex]\int_1^3 2xdx[/tex]
 
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My TI-89 came with a booklet, such things were described there.

I would be not surprised if the same booklet is available from the TI site.

But I don't feel like checking now, so I just tried integrate(2x^3,x,1,3) - and it worked.
 
Borek said:
My TI-89 came with a booklet, such things were described there.

I would be not surprised if the same booklet is available from the TI site.

But I don't feel like checking now, so I just tried integrate(2x^3,x,1,3) - and it worked.

It works, I never knew you could do that. I went on to summations, etc., as I am in Pre-Calculus and we go through all the steps, definition of integral and the such...

Thanks!
 

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