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Perpendicular to the x-axis

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AP Calculus AB/BC

Definition

When taking cross sections perpendicular to the x-axis, the slices or sections are cut horizontally across the solid, parallel to the y-axis.

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Practice Questions (1)

The base of a solid with square cross sections is bounded by y = \sqrt{x-1}, x = 3, y = 0. What are the numerical bounds for the integral that can be used to find the volume of this solid when cross sections are taken perpendicular to the x-axis?

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