3.17 Mean Value Theorem

Frequently in engineering one is required to evaluate an integral (or double integral). Students, having just learned calculus, tend to belabor such tasks.  To obtain a quick, approximate answer, simply assume you know the constant, average value of the integrand.

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3.17 Mean Value Theorem

Frequently in engineering one is required to evaluate an integral (or double integral). Students, having just learned calculus, tend to belabor such tasks.  To obtain a quick, approximate answer, simply assume you know the constant, average value of the integrand.