Area Between Curves and Numerical Integration

What this note covers

1. Signed Area and the Definite Integral
2. Area Enclosed Between Two Curves
3. Handling Curves That Cross: Splitting the Integral
4. The Trapezoidal Rule: Concept and Formula
5. Applying the Trapezoidal Rule: Worked Examples
6. Accuracy and Error in the Trapezoidal Rule
7. Strategy for Band A Students: Connecting Exact and Numerical Methods

7 sections · 14 key terms & formulas · 6 common mistakes