How to Calculate Area Using the Limit Process?

In summary, Wolfram says that the limit process yields 128.25, but Jameson thinks that he may have made an error somewhere.
  • #1
karush
Gold Member
MHB
3,269
5
I tried this by the limit process but somewhere can't find my error
wolfram says it is 128.25 any suggest or find error?:cool:

View attachment 473
 
Physics news on Phys.org
  • #2
Hi karush,

Can I ask you how are you typing up those equations? Is it through Latex or Mathtype or what?

Jameson
 
  • #3
One possible place for your error is where you have:

$\displaystyle \sum_{i=1}^ni=\frac{n(2n+1)}{2}$

You should have:

$\displaystyle \sum_{i=1}^ni=\frac{n(n+1)}{2}$

edit: Yes, once you change this, you will get the correct answer.
 
  • #4
yep that fixed it ... thanks
hard to see errors like this
should always study with someone...

the equations was from Word2010 equation writer,,,,, I know junk compared to TeX
 
  • #5
Karush, I'm glad you found an answer so quickly. I don't have anything to add to the answer, but I wanted to mention that there are ways to get your formula from Word 2010 into Math Help Boards so that it looks nice over here (like MarkFL's did in his reply). I'm sure you know MHB uses LaTeX for input. It also uses MathJax for displaying the LaTeX equations. If you have MathType, there's a quick way to convert the Word 2010 equation into LaTeX, then just copy & paste it over here. You don't have to put any tags around it or anything. Here's an example:

  1. I'll use one of the Word 2010 sample equations for the example:
    View attachment 474.
  2. Unless you want to convert all the equations in your Word document, select the equation you want. If you have more than one equation to convert, Make a selection that covers all the equations.
    View attachment 475
  3. In Word's MathType tab, choose the Convert Equations command, and make these selections in the dialog: "Equation types to convert": Word 2007 and later (OMML) equations, and "Convert equations to": Text using MathType translator: Math Help Boards. Note that you can have more boxes checked on the left side than just the "Word 2007" one, but you must have that one checked. On the right, if one or both of the boxes at the bottom are checked, it's OK, but they don't need to be.
  4. Click Convert. The MathType macro will do its magic, and when it's finished you'll see a dialog telling you how many equations were converted. You'll see something like this:
    View attachment 476
  5. Copy it (all of it) and paste it into your MHB post. If you want to make sure the math looks right, click Preview Post. This one looks like this: \(\mathop {\lim }\limits_{n \to \infty } {\left( {1 + \frac{1}{n}} \right)^n}
    % MathType!MTEF!2!1!+-
    % feaagKart1ev2aqatCvAUfeBSjuyZL2yd9gzLbvyNv2CaerbuLwBLn
    % hiov2DGi1BTfMBaeXatLxBI9gBaerbd9wDYLwzYbItLDharqqtubsr
    % 4rNCHbGeaGqiVCI8FfYJH8YrFfeuY-Hhbbf9v8qqaqFr0xc9pk0xbb
    % a9q8WqFfeaY-biLkVcLq-JHqpepeea0-as0Fb9pgeaYRXxe9vr0-vr
    % 0-vqpWqaaeaabiGaciaacaqabeaadaqaaqaaaOqaamaaxababaaeaa
    % aaaaaaa8qaciGGSbGaaiyAaiaac2gaaSWdaeaapeGaamOBaiabgkzi
    % Ukabg6HiLcWdaeqaaOWdbmaabmaapaqaa8qacaaIXaGaey4kaSYaaS
    % aaa8aabaWdbiaaigdaa8aabaWdbiaad6gaaaaacaGLOaGaayzkaaWd
    % amaaCaaaleqabaWdbiaad6gaaaaaaa!442E!
    \)
  6. If you ever want to use any of the equations from MHB in Word, whether they're your equations or someone else's, right-click the equation and choose Show Math As > MathML Code. Copy the entire contents of the pop-up box and paste it into Word. If you don't have MathType, it will paste as an OMML equation (IOW, a "Word equation"). If you have MathType, it will ask if you want an OMML equation or a MathType equation. Choose whatever you want.

Bob
 

Attachments

  • 1.png
    1.png
    933 bytes · Views: 70
  • 2.png
    2.png
    778 bytes · Views: 64
  • 3.png
    3.png
    9.8 KB · Views: 71
  • #6
thank for info, I will try this, new brave world ... MathType

I have done a lot Latex... but is timely(Time) especially when it already done someplace else.

r
 

FAQ: How to Calculate Area Using the Limit Process?

What is the limit process for finding area?

The limit process for finding area is a method used in calculus to calculate the area under a curve. It involves dividing the area into smaller and smaller rectangles, finding the sum of their areas, and then taking the limit as the width of the rectangles approaches zero.

Why is the limit process used for finding area?

The limit process is used because it allows us to find the exact area under a curve, even if the curve is irregular or has changing slopes. It is a more accurate method compared to other techniques, such as approximating with trapezoids or using Riemann sums.

What are the steps involved in the limit process for finding area?

The steps involved in the limit process for finding area are:
1. Divide the area under the curve into smaller rectangles.
2. Find the area of each rectangle by multiplying its length by its width.
3. Add all the individual rectangle areas together.
4. Take the limit as the width of the rectangles approaches zero.

What is the significance of the limit in the limit process for finding area?

The limit in the limit process for finding area represents the width of the rectangles used to approximate the area. As the width approaches zero, the sum of the areas of the rectangles approaches the exact area under the curve. This allows for a more precise calculation of the area.

Are there any limitations of using the limit process for finding area?

One limitation of using the limit process for finding area is that it can be a time-consuming and tedious process, especially for more complex curves. Additionally, the limit process may not work for all types of curves, such as curves with infinite discontinuities. In these cases, other methods may need to be used.

Similar threads

Replies
53
Views
2K
Replies
9
Views
483
Replies
3
Views
1K
Replies
2
Views
1K
Replies
2
Views
3K
Replies
7
Views
1K
Back
Top