Finding Area Between 2 Curves Flashcards
1
Q
How do you find area between 2 curves
A
- Find points of intersection
- Integrate using limits from step 1
- Subtract lower function’s integral from the upper function integral
2
Q
How do you find points of intersection
A
- Equate functions
- Solve for X
3
Q
What is the upper function with respect to X?
A
The highest function
4
Q
What is the upper function with respect to y?
A
The rightmost function
5
Q
Formula for area between 2 curves with respect to x =
A
b .
∫ f(x) - g(x) dx
a .
6
Q
Formula for area between curves with respect to y =
A
b .
∫ f(y) - g(y) dy
a .
