Multivariable Calculus Triple Integration Problem

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The discussion revolves around a triple integration problem in multivariable calculus, specifically focusing on expressing a given iterated integral in different forms and understanding the region of integration.

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  • Exploratory, Conceptual clarification, Problem interpretation, Assumption checking

Approaches and Questions Raised

  • The original poster attempts to express the iterated integral in various forms and describes the region of integration. Some participants question how to accurately describe the shape of the region and suggest sketching it for better understanding. Others raise concerns about correctly visualizing the bounds of integration, particularly the z component.

Discussion Status

Participants are actively engaging in clarifying the problem and exploring different interpretations of the integral and its bounds. Some guidance has been offered regarding the importance of sketching the region of integration, though there is no explicit consensus on the correct approach yet.

Contextual Notes

There are indications of confusion regarding the graphical representation of the integration bounds, particularly in relation to the z component and the overall shape of the region described by the integral.

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Homework Statement


Express the iterated integral ∫[0,1]∫[0,1-y^2]∫[0,y] f(x,y,z)dzdxdy
a. as a triple integral (i.e., describe the region of integration);
b. as an iterated integral in the order z, y, x;
c. as an iterated integral in the order y, z, x:




The Attempt at a Solution


so would writing (0<=z<=y) (0<=x<=1-y^2) (0<=y<=1) be sufficient for part a.

for part b. i got ∫[0,1] ∫[0,√1-x] ∫[0,y] which i think is correct.

for part c. however i had difficulty in changing the order because when i graph the dz and dy bounds to switch them, dy is in terms of x and I get stuck.
 
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(a) A triple integral usually has a triple-integration sign in it.
You are also asked to describe the region of integration - what shape it is? Can you put it in words?
It can help to sketch it out. Though your notes may have a standard approach to how you are supposed to describe the regions.

Understanding this part will help you with the rest.
 
would this be an accurate graphing?
 

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Don't forget to label important parts of the sketch ... like where are the bits that are equal to one?
Off context: you appear to have sketched the parabolic surface x=1-y^2 inside 0<z<1 ... is that correct?

Will that give you the integral that you started with?
 
ah i see I graphed the z component incorrectly. I'm having trouble visualizing/drawing the 0<z<y part of the graph
 
0\le z \le y is a plane.
 

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