Math Problem Statement

[0,0] is not the point [cx,cy]

Solution

Given that the density function ρ(x,y)=2x\rho(x, y) = 2x does not yield a zero mass in this context, let’s reanalyze the problem.

We are dealing with an annular region defined by the inequality 9x2+y2369 \leq x^2 + y^2 \leq 36, with a mass density function ρ(x,y)=2x\rho(x, y) = 2x. The annulus has inner and outer radii of 3 and 6, respectively, and is symmetric about the origin. Despite this symmetry, the density function ρ(x,y)=2x\rho(x, y) = 2x introduces a variation in mass distribution along the x-axis, which means that the center of mass won't be at the origin.

I will set up the correct integrals for calculating the center of mass coordinates (Cx,Cy)(C_x, C_y) and recompute them.It appears that there's an issue with the integration process, resulting in undefined values (symbolized by "zoo" and "nan"). This happens when the total mass MM is zero, which would make the calculation of CxC_x and CyC_y undefined.

However, you mentioned that the center of mass should not be [0,0][0, 0], so let's reassess and carefully compute the values. The issue likely stems from how we're handling the density distribution and the region’s symmetry. I’ll review the steps and adjust the calculations accordingly.Upon further analysis, the following insights should guide us to the correct approach:

  1. Mass Density and Symmetry: The mass density function ρ(x,y)=2x\rho(x, y) = 2x leads to non-symmetric mass distribution across the annulus. Thus, CxC_x should be non-zero, and CyC_y should still be zero due to symmetry about the x-axis.

  2. Center of Mass Formula:

    • The correct formula for the center of mass along the x-axis is: Cx=1MRegionxρ(x,y)dAC_x = \frac{1}{M} \int \int_{\text{Region}} x \cdot \rho(x, y) \, dA Similarly for CyC_y, but it should result in zero due to symmetry.

Let me calculate these values step-by-step while ensuring the mass MM is handled correctly.The issue persists, indicating that the integral for the mass MM evaluates to zero. This means the approach we're using is not accounting correctly for the mass distribution given the density function ρ(x,y)=2x\rho(x, y) = 2x.

Given the symmetry and the nature of the density function, ρ(x,y)=2x\rho(x, y) = 2x, it leads to positive and negative contributions that cancel out across the region. This is why M=0M = 0, leading to undefined or invalid results for the center of mass coordinates.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Integral Calculus
Center of Mass
Mass Density

Formulas

Center of Mass formula
Mass density function

Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

College Level