Exploring Midpoint and Trapezoid Sums
1. Enter a function 2. Select the upper and lower bounds as well as the number of rectangles/trapezoids 3. Adjust the axes for your diagram 4. Check the box next to the sum you would like to see |
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1. How do the sums compare? 2. Which method seems to be more accurate? 3. As the number of rectangles/trapezoids approach infinity what is the result? |