Volumes of Revolution

Study Guide Overview

This study guide covers the washer method for finding the volume of revolution around the y-axis. It explains the step-by-step methodology including identifying functions, setting up the integral with respect to y, rewriting functions in terms of y, and determining integration boundaries. It provides a worked example, practice questions, and a glossary of key terms like washer method, volume of revolution, and integral. Key takeaways emphasize rewriting functions, correct integration, and boundary identification.