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This Trapezoidal and Midpoint Approximations: Area of a Skirt interactive also includes:
- The Trapezoid Rule
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When are trapezoids better than rectangles? Using trapezoids pupils approximate the area of fabric defined by a function. Just like with rectangles, learners realize the more trapezoids the more accurate the approximation. Scholars use the method to estimate the area under other function curves.
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Instructional Ideas
- Compare the approximations of the area under the curve using the trapezoids and left and right rectangles
Classroom Considerations
- Individuals should know how to calculate integrals
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- Allows the user to see the correct answer
- The additional material includes more examples and problems
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