Mathematics 9709 · AS & A Level · Integration

Integration — practice question

The sketch depicts the curve given by the equation $y=\frac{1}{2}\sqrt{x}$ and the point $P$ with coordinates $\left(9,\frac{3}{2}\right)$. The shaded area is enclosed by the curve and the lines $x=0$ and $y=\frac{3}{2}$.
(a)[3]

Find the area enclosed by the shaded region.

(b)[4]

When the shaded region is turned through $360^\circ$ about the $y$-axis, find the exact volume of the solid formed.

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