Math Problem Statement

Evaluate the surface area integral: S = 2π ∫[1/2 to 1] ((x³/4 + 1/(3x)) * sqrt(1 + ((3x²/4 - 1/(3x²))²)) dx and simplify the expression to match S = 2π ∫[1/2 to 1] (3x⁵/16 + ?) dx.

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The problem appears to involve a surface area integral formula. Based on the image, the equation seems to be:

S=2π1/21(x34+13x)1+(3x2413x2)2dxS = 2\pi \int_{1/2}^{1} \left( \frac{x^3}{4} + \frac{1}{3x} \right) \sqrt{1 + \left( \frac{3x^2}{4} - \frac{1}{3x^2} \right)^2} \, dx

The equation simplifies in the second step to:

S=2π1/21(3x516+something)dxS = 2\pi \int_{1/2}^{1} \left( \frac{3x^5}{16} + \boxed{\text{something}} \right) \, dx

It looks like you're either solving for an integral involving a surface area or working with a specific formula for a solid of revolution. The boxed part suggests that you need to compute the remaining simplification.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Calculus
Surface Area of Revolution
Definite Integration

Formulas

Surface Area of Revolution: S = 2π ∫[a to b] f(x) sqrt(1 + (f'(x))²) dx

Theorems

Chain Rule in Differentiation
Simplification of Square Roots

Suitable Grade Level

University Level (Calculus II or III)