Set Up Double Integral to find Vol. Solid, Bounded by Graphs

In summary, the problem involves finding the volume of three different solids bounded by various equations in the first octant. Part a) involves a solid with a triangular base and the top surface defined by z=xy. Part b) involves a solid with a circular base and the top surface defined by z=x+y. Part c) involves two intersecting cylinders in the first octant. The volume equations for these solids are given as integrals, with part b) having a possible typo in the upper limit for dx. A polar approach can also be used to set up the integral for part b).
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Homework Statement


...Bounded by graphs of equations:
z=xy,
z=0,
y=x,
x=1

I don't know what z=xy is. The rest of boundaries are clear.
I assume that when y=1 and x=1, z=1. But, is this a z=1 plane?
Check my figure attached.

Thank you.

Homework Equations



The Attempt at a Solution

 

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You can use a 3D plotter for the graph of z=xy. I have attached the graph.

Now, you can better visualize the required volume. It's an object with a triangular base and the top surface is z=xy.

[tex]\int^1_0 \int^y_1 xy\,.dxdy[/tex]
 

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Yeah, I plotted it in Matlab as well, but I still couldn't draw it.
So, how can I build my double integral?

I found that if I horizontally sliced my the triangular base I get:
0<=y<= x
y<=x<=1
Now, I have no clue how to involve the upper bound. As sharks said, "the top surface".

Would it be ## \int _{y}^{1}\int _{0}^{x}xy\left( dydx\right) ## ?
 
  • #4
knowLittle said:

Homework Statement


...Bounded by graphs of equations:
z=xy,
z=0,
y=x,
x=1

I don't know what z=xy is. The rest of boundaries are clear.
I assume that when y=1 and x=1, z=1. But, is this a z=1 plane?
Check my figure attached.

Thank you.

Homework Equations



The Attempt at a Solution


Are you missing a ##y=0## boundary? And, assuming that, Sharks has his limits wrong.
 
  • #5
knowLittle said:
Yeah, I plotted it in Matlab as well, but I still couldn't draw it.
So, how can I build my double integral?

I found that if I horizontally sliced my the triangular base I get:
0<=y<= x
y<=x<=1
Now, I have no clue how to involve the upper bound. As sharks said, "the top surface".

Would it be ## \int _{y}^{1}\int _{0}^{x}xy\left( dydx\right) ## ?

No. The outer integral can never have a variable limit if the result is to be a number.
 
  • #6
LCKurtz said:
Are you missing a ##y=0## boundary? And, assuming that, Sharks has his limits wrong.
You are obviously correct. :redface:

knowLittle, a boundary (plane) is missing at the back of your drawing. If it's not been given, then ignore my suggestion.
 
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Sorry about that LC, It's restricted to 1st octant.
The full problem is:
Set up a double integral to find the volume of the solid bounded by the graphs of the equations.
z=xy,
z=0,
y=x,
x=1,
1st Octant.
 
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So, I guess that the equation would be:
## \int _{0}^{1}\int _{y}^{1}xydxdy##
 
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knowLittle said:
So, I guess that the equation would be:
## \int _{0}^{1}\int _{y}^{1}xydxdy##

Yes. It's even slightly less work to do dydx.
 
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LCKurtz said:
Yes. It's even slightly less work to do dydx.
Thanks :) I'll try dydx.
 
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knowLittle said:
So, I guess that the equation would be:
## \int _{0}^{1}\int _{y}^{1}xydxdy##

Is that equation the same as what i suggested earlier?
[tex]\int^1_0 \int^y_1 xy\,.dxdy[/tex]
The limits for when x varies are reversed. Does that mean, the volume will have an opposite sign?

EDIT: Indeed, it will have an opposite sign.
 
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  • #12
It gives the opposite volume, but I'm not sure if it's always valid.

I have another question from the same problem:
Part B:
z= x+y,
x^2+y^2=4,
y>=0

From the equation of the circle and Y>=0, the region limits are:
- (4-y^2)^(1/2) <=x <= (4-y^2) ^(1/2)
0<=y<=2

The volume equation:
## \int _{0}^{2}\int _{-\sqrt {4-y^{2}}}^{\sqrt {4-y^{2}}}\left( x+y\right) dxdy
##
And, I got -(4/3) 2^(1/2) , but I don't think it's correct.
 
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I tried a polar approach:

##\int _{0}^{\pi }\int _{0}^{2}\left( r\cos \theta + r\sin \theta \right) rdrd\theta##

Is this correct?
My result is :
(8/3) (sin (pi) - cos(pi) +1)
 
  • #14
knowLittle said:
I tried a polar approach:

##\int _{0}^{\pi }\int _{0}^{2}\left( r\cos \theta + r\sin \theta \right) rdrd\theta##

Is this correct?
My result is :
(8/3) (sin (pi) - cos(pi) +1)
Your limits for [itex]\theta[/itex] are not correct. I assume that part (b) requires the volume from the 1st octant?
 
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They do not mention 1st octant in part B. However, 1st octant is mentioned in part A and part C.

What's wrong with my limits for theta?
 
  • #16
knowLittle said:
They do not mention 1st octant in part B. However, 1st octant is mentioned in part A and part C.

What's wrong with my limits for theta?

If the volume is in the first octant, then θ varies between 0 and ∏/2
 
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It's not in the first octant.
 
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Check figure.
 

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sharks said:
Is that equation the same as what i suggested earlier?
[tex]\int^1_0 \int^y_1 xy\,.dxdy[/tex]
The limits for when x varies are reversed. Does that mean, the volume will have an opposite sign?

EDIT: Indeed, it will have an opposite sign.

knowLittle said:
It gives the opposite volume, but I'm not sure if it's always valid.

When you set up an area or volume integral, you must always do your integrations in the positive directions of the variables.
 
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Thank you, LC. Could you help me with part B of my problem?
 
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knowLittle said:
It gives the opposite volume, but I'm not sure if it's always valid.

I have another question from the same problem:
Part B:
z= x+y,
x^2+y^2=4,
y>=0

From the equation of the circle and Y>=0, the region limits are:
- (4-y^2)^(1/2) <=x <= (4-y^2) ^(1/2)
0<=y<=2

The volume equation:
## \int _{0}^{2}\int _{-\sqrt {4-y^{2}}}^{\sqrt {-y^{2}}}\left( x+y\right) dxdy
##
And, I got -(4/3) 2^(1/2) , but I don't think it's correct.

knowLittle said:
I tried a polar approach:

##\int _{0}^{\pi }\int _{0}^{2}\left( r\cos \theta + r\sin \theta \right) rdrd\theta##

Is this correct?
My result is :
(8/3) (sin (pi) - cos(pi) +1)

knowLittle said:
Thank you, LC. Could you help me with part B of my problem?

When you set it up in rectangular coordinates, I assume that upper limit for dx is a typo and you meant ##\sqrt{4-y^2}##. And your polar setup looks correct. They should both give the same answer. But I have doubts about this problem without seeing the full and exact statement of the problem. The plane ##z=x+y## goes negative when ##x<0##, so I'm not sure you are calculating what you are supposed to be calculating.
 
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The whole statement is similar to what I already posted, here is the full statement:

3. Set up a double integral to find the volume of the solid bounded by the graphs of the equations.
a.) z=xy, z=0, y=x, x=1, first octant

b.) z=x+y, x^2 + y^2=4, y>=0

c.) x^2 +z^2=1, y^2+z^2= 1, first octant
 
  • #23
knowLittle said:
The whole statement is similar to what I already posted, here is the full statement:

3. Set up a double integral to find the volume of the solid bounded by the graphs of the equations.
a.) z=xy, z=0, y=x, x=1, first octant

b.) z=x+y, x^2 + y^2=4, y>=0

c.) x^2 +z^2=1, y^2+z^2= 1, first octant

As stated, there is no bottom surface for part b.
 
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So, it can't be solved for lack of information.

Let me try part c. Thank you.
 

Related to Set Up Double Integral to find Vol. Solid, Bounded by Graphs

1. How do I determine the limits of integration for a double integral?

To determine the limits of integration for a double integral, you need to identify the bounds of the region you are integrating over. This can be done by graphing the two functions and finding the points of intersection. The lower limit will be the function with the smaller value, while the upper limit will be the function with the larger value.

2. What do I need to consider when setting up a double integral to find the volume of a solid?

When setting up a double integral to find the volume of a solid, you need to consider the bounds of integration, the function(s) representing the solid, and the order of integration. You also need to make sure that the region you are integrating over is bounded by the given graphs.

3. Can a double integral be set up for a solid bounded by more than two graphs?

Yes, a double integral can be set up for a solid bounded by more than two graphs. In this case, you will need to determine the appropriate bounds of integration for each variable, and the integrand will be the difference between the upper and lower functions for each variable.

4. How do I know if I need to switch the order of integration for a double integral?

If the order of integration is not specified, you will need to consider the shape of the region and the functions involved. In general, it is easier to integrate in the direction of the smaller variable range first. If the region is not rectangular, you may need to switch the order of integration to properly integrate over the region.

5. Is there a specific formula to set up a double integral for finding the volume of a solid?

There is no specific formula for setting up a double integral to find the volume of a solid bounded by graphs. The process involves identifying the appropriate bounds of integration and setting up the integrand as the difference between the upper and lower functions for each variable. Each problem may require a different approach based on the given graphs and region.

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