Physics thermodynamics equation

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The discussion centers on a homework problem involving a monatomic ideal gas where its pressure doubles and volume triples. The user calculated the work done by the gas as 3(Vi)(Pi) and the change in internal energy as (15/2)(Pi)(Vi), but received incorrect feedback from the web assignment platform. The confusion arose from the interpretation of "Pi," which was mistakenly entered as the mathematical constant instead of the variable for initial pressure. The user resolved the issue by realizing the correct notation should be P_i. This highlights the importance of precise variable representation in thermodynamic calculations.
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Homework Statement


A certain amount of a monatomic ideal gas undergoes the process shown in the figure below, in which its pressure doubles and its volume triples.

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In terms of the number of moles, n, the initial pressure, Pi, and the initial volume, Vi, determine the quantities tabulated below. Use n, Pi, and Vi to represent n, Pi, and Vi, respectively.

(a) work W done by the gas
(b) change in the internal energy U of the gas
(c) heat Q added to the gas



Homework Equations



W=integral of graph... lol
T=PV/nR
Change in Eint=(3/2)nRT

The Attempt at a Solution



ok i worked out (a) to be 3(Vi)(Pi) by finding the integral (area under the graph) and (b) to be (15/2)(Pi)(Vi) by finding the difference in temperatures and putting them in the energy equation (having the R value and n value cancel out). I'm fairly certain I am correct, but webassign says that they are wrong. The only reason I can think of why is because webassign treats the (Pi) as the greek Pi 3.14159 number, but I've been entering it the way it says.


Can someone confirm this with me/tell me why its treating it as pi?
 

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nvm i had to put P_i and not Pi lol
 
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