Can someone help me get started with the integration question please. Te profile of the roofing follows the equation y=sin (pi x/8) and the panels are 30 inches wide. Find the width () of a flat metal sheet that is needed to make these panels.

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Can someone help me get started with the integration question please. Te profile of the roofing follows the equation y=sin (pi x/8) and the panels are 30 inches wide.  Find the width () of a flat metal sheet that is needed to make these panels.

anonymous · Answer

r u sure this is the question? :O

anonymous · Answer

Word for word it says. A corrugated sheet of metal is used for roofing and cladding The profile of the roofing follows the equation y=sin (pi x/8) and the panels are 30 inches wide.  Find the width (w) of a flat metal sheet that is needed to make these panels. Write down your integral then use calculator to integrate.

bahrom7893 · Answer

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I think integrate that from 0 to 30

anonymous · Answer

that was the initial thought for me also but...... please hold on