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Riemann Sums

Author(s): 
Philippe B. Laval

Philippe B. Laval

Kennesaw State University

plaval@kennesaw.edu

This applet allows the user to experiment with Riemann sums. It can also be used to approximate definite integrals or find upper and lower bounds to the exact value of a definite integral, using Riemann sums.

INTENDED USES

  • Experiment with Riemann sums.
  • Approximate definite integrals using Riemann sums.

SOFTWARE SPECIFICATIONS

Browsers: Should work with a generic browser

Plugins: Java

Operating Systems : Linux or other *NIX flavors, Windows 2000, Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows NT, Windows XP

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Philippe B. Laval, "Riemann Sums," Convergence (June 2004)