Video problem-solving examples

Here are several solved volume of revolution problems, including using slices, disks, washers and shells to compute volumes of complex shapes. Have fun!

1. Volume of revolution | Disk method (x-axis)

Minutes of your life: 2:14

 

2. Volume of revolution | Disk method

Minutes of your life: 4:01

 

3. Volume of revolution | Washer method (x-axis)

Minutes of your life: 3:18

 

4. Volume of revolution | Washer method (x-axis)

Minutes of your life: 3:18

 

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