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Find the positive number, k, such that the area of the region bounded by the graph of f(x)=kx(2-x)^2 and the X-axis is equal to 1 unit.

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Ok Verify so when x=0 and x=2 we know that the curve will have a y-value of zero at that point. thus those are the limits/whatever u call it u put onto the integrate symbol.



From there it is simple integration and then u sub in x=2 and x=0 :). I think this should be right anyways...
 
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Ok Verify so when x=0 and x=2 we know that the curve will have a y-value of zero at that point. thus those are the limits/whatever u call it u put onto the integrate symbol.



From there it is simple integration and then u sub in x=2 and x=0 :). I think this should be right anyways...
That's right - but leave the k outside; much easier.
 

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