Double & Triple Integrals: Same Solution?

In summary, when taking double or triple integrals, the order in which you integrate the variables does not affect the final solution as long as the integral boundaries are set up correctly and an antiderivative of the integrand can be found. However, it is important to know how to reverse the order of integration if needed, as shown in the example provided.
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when taking double or triple integrals, do you get the same solution no matter which variable you integrate with respect to first?
 
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when taking double or triple integrals, do you get the same solution no matter which variable you integrate with respect to first?

You have asked a fat question there. You will get the same solution no matter what order you choose to integrate the variables in as long as you have set up the integral boundaries in each case, and as long as it is possible to find an antiderivative of the integrand in each way (sometimes you can't, which is why it is important to know how to reverse the order of integration).
 
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what do you mean by how to reverse the order of the integrand? say if you have like $\int_{0}^{2} \, \int_{0}^{4} \, \int_{1}^{2} \ NHN, dy dx dz$ , that would be the same as $\int_{0}^{4} \, \int_{0}^{2} \, \int_{1}^{2} \ NHN, dx dy dz$, right?a fat question? (Wondering)
 

Related to Double & Triple Integrals: Same Solution?

1. What is the difference between double and triple integrals?

Double integrals involve integrating over a two-dimensional region, while triple integrals involve integrating over a three-dimensional region. This means that in double integrals, we are finding the volume under a surface, while in triple integrals, we are finding the volume between two surfaces.

2. Can the same solution be obtained using both double and triple integrals?

Yes, in some cases, the same solution can be obtained using both double and triple integrals. This is because triple integrals can be reduced to double integrals by fixing one variable and integrating over the remaining two variables.

3. What are the applications of double and triple integrals?

Double and triple integrals have various applications in physics, engineering, and other fields. They can be used to calculate the volume, mass, and center of mass of three-dimensional objects, as well as the surface area and moments of inertia of two-dimensional surfaces. They are also used in solving problems involving multiple variables and in finding probabilities in statistics.

4. How do you solve a double or triple integral?

Solving a double or triple integral involves integrating the given function over the given region. This can be done by first determining the limits of integration for each variable, setting up the integral, and then evaluating it using integration techniques such as substitution or integration by parts.

5. Are there any important properties of double and triple integrals?

Yes, there are several important properties of double and triple integrals, such as linearity, additivity, and symmetry. Linearity means that the integral of a sum is equal to the sum of the integrals, while additivity means that the integral of a region can be split into the sum of integrals over its subregions. Symmetry allows us to simplify integrals by taking advantage of the symmetry of the region or function being integrated.

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