Math 142 Communication Assignment #2 (50 Points) Spring 2014

ASSIGNMENT:
For this assignment you are asked to complete the workout problem detailed below.
Your grade will be based on accuracy, execution, completeness, organization, neatness
and your ability to communicate your understanding of course material (see the grading
rubric below for more details).

This assignment is intended to better prepare you to properly communicate your work on
problems similar to those you will see on graded reviews. You may handwrite or type
any part of this assignment, ensuring that all work is both neat and professional.

PROBLEM:
Consider the solid of revolution formed by rotating the region bounded by the function
()

and the lines , , and around the -axis.

a) Graph the 2-dimensional area that is being revolved around the -axis.

b) Use one of the following slicing methods to solve for the volume of the solid of
revolution: 1) Disks 2) Washers 3) Cylindrical Shells. Define the volume of a
generic slice, and then develop an expression that adds a finite number of slices
together to estimate the total volume. Take the limit as the number of slices
approaches infinity and solve for the true volume of the solid.

c) Explain why you chose the method you used to find the volume. Would either of
the other two methods be an appropriate method to find the volume? Why or why
not?


























Math 142 Communication Assignment #2 (50 Points) Spring 2014
GRADING RUBRIC:
Well-Executed
Applies a strategy that makes sense for
the given question
Applies appropriate mathematical
concepts and processes
Does not introduce superfluous
material
Technology is used appropriately
Work is logical and includes a sanity
check of the final answer
Well Communicated
Readable: Work stands alone (retains
context) and is neat and professional in
appearance
Organized: Provides a clear logical flow
from beginning to end
Provides sufficient supporting detail
and explanation throughout
Work is free from grammatical errors
Mathematical composition,
terminology, and notation is correct
Results and/or conclusions are clearly
annotated
Essentially Correct
Precision: Performs mathematical
operations correctly and derives the
correct results
Uses an appropriate degree of accuracy
Draws correct inferences from graphical
or numerical data
Any computational or algebraic errors
are trivial and isolated
Correct units are used

COMMUNICATION ASSIGNMENT ROE

AUTHORIZED RESOURCES:
Anyone and anything with the following exceptions/clarifications:
1. Individual effort on this assignment is highly encouraged, however, you may discuss your
thoughts and ideas with other students to work out any difficulties you have with
understanding the material.
2. You must do the assignment yourself and submit your own work (type/write your own work).
3. You may go to the Writing Center to receive help (including proofreading).
4. You are not allowed to directly copy another persons work.

DOCUMENTATION:
All help received and all resources referenced must be documented at the end of the
assignment.

FORMAT:
The format for this assignment is the same as the format for a graded review workout problem.
All work must be coherently written, easy to follow, and professional looking and completed on
8 by 11 inch paper. If you have poor handwriting, consider typing your work.

DUE DATE:
This assignment is due at the beginning of class on Lesson 16. Late submissions will receive a
penalty of 10 points per lesson.
Note: If documentation is not submitted on time is insufficient, your instructor may also apply a
10 point late penalty. An additional 10 point penalty per lesson will be applied until your
documentation is properly submitted.