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Approximating Areas and Distances
VI. Integrals: Lecture 1 | 36:50 min
In this lecture you will learn Approximating Areas and Distances in Calculus. Professor Switkes will walk you through the three most often used approximations (Right Endpoint Approximation, Left Endpoint Approximation, and Midpoint Approximation). After covering the necessary Formulas you will see real life applications in determining Velocity and Distance. Finally, five fully worked out examples complete this lecture.
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Approximating Areas and Distances
- I recommend starting with a sketch of the function.
- Determine the correct width for the approximating rectangles.
- Draw in the first couple, and last, approximating rectangles.
- Be careful to include the correct function evaluation for each height.
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