Mathematics

Mathematics

Problem

A cardioid is described by r=2(1+cos⁡θ)r=2\bigl(1+\cos\theta\bigr), and a circle is described by r=2r=2. Let RR be the region that is inside the cardioid and outside the circle. (a) Solve for all θ\theta in [0,2π)[0,2\pi) at which the two curves intersect. (b) Express the area of RR as a definite integral or sum of definite integrals, making clear the limits of integration for each piece. (c) Evaluate the integral expression in part (b) to obtain the exact area of RR.

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