∫ of (x^2) from 0 to 2 proof w/o using fundamental therom, but w/ Riemann Sums

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Homework Statement



\int_0^2 x^2 \, dx using true definition involving Riemann Sums (w/o fundamental theorem).

Homework Equations



I don't know what the relevant equations may be, perhaps some type of lim\sum f(x)(x_{j}-x_{j-1})

The Attempt at a Solution



No attempt. Just seeking the long proof for it. Would be grateful for any and all clues to where I could find the long solution to this.
 
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Look at example 2 here for a similar, but different, example:

http://faculty.eicc.edu/bwood/math150supnotes/supplemental21.html
 
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ah thanks, LC, I put that straight to my favorites. I believe that's all I would need to get the concept I'm looking to understand a little better. Appreciate your info.
 
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