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Finding-Areas-Under-Graphs Aqa Higher
Exam code:8300
Finding areas under graphs
How do I estimate the area under a graph?
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To find an estimate for the area:
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Split area into vertical strips
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Draw straight lines between the tops of the strips
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Find area of strips (trapeziums) using Area = ½(a + b)h
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Add the areas
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How do I know if my answer is an underestimate or an overestimate?
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A common exam question is to ask if your estimate of the area is an underestimate or an overestimate
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To answer this, simply look at the straight lines joining the tops of your strips
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If the straight lines are below the curve, it is an underestimate
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If the straight lines are above the curve, it is an overestimate
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In your exam, the lines will all be below or all be above the curve- though it may be difficult to tell which for some strips
Examiner Tips and Tricks
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This is particularly useful when working with speed-time and distance-time graphs if they are curves and not straight lines.
Worked Example
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Find an estimate for the area between the curve, the axis and the line
. Use four strips of equal width.
Split the area into four strips using the width of 0.25 for each one
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