Find the volume of the solid obtained by rotating the region bounded by the given curves about the specified axis.

y=1/x^4, y=0, x=2, x=6, about y=-4

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Find the volume of the solid obtained by rotating the region bounded by the given curves about the specified axis.

y=1/x^4, y=0, x=2, x=6, about y=-4

anonymous · Answer

I would use the method of cylindrical shells. At any f(x) value between 2 and 6, what is the radius from that y point to y = -4?

anonymous · Answer

Which method u prefer?  shell or washer?

anonymous · Answer

I just need help setting it up to integrate then i can take it from there...

anonymous · Answer

The setup of the integral depends on the method you use....

anonymous · Answer

^ I didn't see your comment.. the washer method :)

anonymous · Answer

Why you choose washersssssss D:

anonymous · Answer

isn't easier? or not? usually for me it is easier..

anonymous · Answer

i agree that washer is appropriate here....
hang on....

anonymous · Answer

You guys have fun with that >_>

anonymous · Answer

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