Average Value Formula: To find the average value of a function on an interval [a,b], we use the formula: Average=(b−a)1×∫abf(x)dx. Here, f(x)=x2, a=0, and b=6.
Calculate Definite Integral: First, calculate the definite integral of f(x)=x2 from 0 to 6.∫06x2dx=[3x3]06.
Subtract Limits: Plug in the upper limit of the integral and then the lower limit, and subtract the two.[63/3]−[03/3] = (216/3)−(0/3) = 72−0 = 72.
Divide by Interval Length: Now, divide the result of the integral by the length of the interval, which is 6−0=6.Average = (1/6)∗72=12.
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