How to Set Up a Triple Integral Over a Tetrahedral Region?

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The discussion focuses on setting up a triple integral for the function f(x,y,z) = e^{2x-z} over a tetrahedral region defined by the constraints x + y + z ≤ 1 and x, y, z ≥ 0. The correct limits of integration are established as 0 ≤ x ≤ 1 - y - z, 0 ≤ y ≤ 1 - x - z, and 0 ≤ z ≤ 1 - x - y. Participants emphasize the importance of visualizing the tetrahedral region to accurately define the integration bounds.

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  • Understanding of triple integrals in multivariable calculus
  • Familiarity with the concept of bounded regions in three-dimensional space
  • Knowledge of the function f(x,y,z) = e^{2x-z}
  • Ability to sketch geometric shapes, particularly tetrahedrons
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  • Study the process of visualizing three-dimensional regions for integration
  • Learn about the application of triple integrals in calculating volumes
  • Explore the use of Jacobians in changing variables for multiple integrals
  • Investigate the properties of the function f(x,y,z) = e^{2x-z} in relation to integration
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Students and educators in multivariable calculus, mathematicians working with triple integrals, and anyone seeking to understand the integration of functions over complex geometric regions.

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1. The problem statement, all variables and given known data
f(x,y,z,) = e^{2x-z}
W: x + y + z ≤ 1
x, y, z ≥ 0


Homework Equations





The Attempt at a Solution


For each domain, could you check it please?
This is the only triple integral that's haunting me

0 ≤ x ≤ 1-y-z
0 ≤ y ≤ 1-x-z
0 ≤ z ≤ 1-z-y
 
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DrunkApple said:
1. The problem statement, all variables and given known data
f(x,y,z,) = e^{2x-z}
W: x + y + z ≤ 1
x, y, z ≥ 0


Homework Equations





The Attempt at a Solution


For each domain, could you check it please?
This is the only triple integral that's haunting me

0 ≤ x ≤ 1-y-z
0 ≤ y ≤ 1-x-z
0 ≤ z ≤ 1-z-y
I don't think you're on the right track here, at all. If you haven't already done so, sketch the region over which integration is to be done. The region is a tetrahedron that is bounded by the three coordinate planes and the plane x + y + z = 1. Where this plane intersects the x-y plane will play a role in your description of the region.
 

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