Integration question using Fubini's Theorem

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The discussion focuses on applying Fubini's Theorem to evaluate the double integral of the function e^(x^2) over a specified region. The integral is defined with limits for y from 0 to 1 and x from y to 1. Participants clarify that for each fixed value of y, the integration with respect to x occurs from y to 1, forming a triangular region bounded by the line y=x. Understanding the geometric interpretation of the integration limits is crucial for solving the problem.

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Homework Statement


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∫ ∫ e^x^2 dx dy
0 y


Homework Equations


Fubini's Theorem:
b g2(x) d h2(y)
∫∫ f(x,y) dA = ∫ ∫ f(x,y) dy dx = ∫ ∫ f(x,y) dx dy
a g1(x) c h1(y)

The Attempt at a Solution


Hi everyone, it's not the integration that's causing me the problem here, it's the changing of the limits. I think my problem is that I can't visualise what it is I'm integrating. I'm not asking you to do the changing of limits for me, but could anyone please give me a clue as to what the shape looks like? I'm confused as to how the y can be variable (as in, how can you integrate from y to 1? What does it mean?).

Thanks
 
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For each fixed value of y between 0 and 1, you are integrating dx from y to 1. Does saying it in words help? So one of the boundaries of the region is the line y=x. The region of integration is a triangle.
 

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