Find Area Below Graph with Calculus: A Lab Tutorial

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In summary, the "Find Area Below Graph with Calculus" lab tutorial aims to teach students how to use calculus to find the area under a curve on a graph. Prior knowledge of calculus, specifically integration, is necessary to successfully complete this lab tutorial. The materials needed include a graphing calculator or software, as well as pen and paper for calculations. The methods taught in this tutorial can be applied to any type of graph or curve that can be represented by a function and integrated. Students can check their answers using graphing calculators or software, online calculators, or by applying the fundamental theorem of calculus.
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Okay, so my question is: given the picture below, how can I find the area below the graph (in the shaded region) ? It's for a lab that I did in class, but it wasn't until i finished the whole picture that i realized that I didn't know how to calculate the area of this graph.

Thanks.

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This is the THIRD time you posted that problem - it's starting to look like SPAM!
 

FAQ: Find Area Below Graph with Calculus: A Lab Tutorial

What is the purpose of the "Find Area Below Graph with Calculus" lab tutorial?

The purpose of the lab tutorial is to teach students how to use calculus to find the area under a curve on a graph, which is a common problem in many fields of science and engineering.

Do I need to have prior knowledge of calculus to complete this lab tutorial?

Yes, a basic understanding of calculus is necessary to successfully complete this lab tutorial. Students should have knowledge of integration, specifically finding the area under a curve using the definite integral.

What materials or equipment do I need to complete this lab tutorial?

This lab tutorial can typically be completed using a graphing calculator or a computer with graphing software. Students may also need a pen and paper for calculations.

Can this lab tutorial be applied to any type of graph or curve?

Yes, the methods taught in this lab tutorial can be applied to any type of graph or curve as long as the area under the curve can be represented by a function and can be integrated.

How can I check my answers for this lab tutorial?

Most graphing calculators and graphing software have built-in functions to find the area under a curve, so students can use these tools to check their answers. Additionally, students can use online calculators or manually check their work by using the fundamental theorem of calculus.

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