Mathematics

Mathematics

Problem

A solid has a base bounded above by the curve y=4−x2y = 4 - x^{2} and below by the xx–axis for 0≤x≤20 \le x \le 2. Cross sections taken perpendicular to the xx–axis are isosceles right triangles whose legs lie entirely in the base region. (a) Express the length of a leg of the triangular cross section as a function of xx. Then write an explicit formula for the cross–sectional area A(x)A(x). (b) Set up, without evaluating, a definite integral that represents the volume VV of the solid. (c) Evaluate the integral in part (b) to determine the exact volume of the solid.

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