The extension, y, of a material with an applied force, F, is given by y=e^(F×1×〖10〗^(-3) ). a)Calculate the work done if the force increases from 300N to 700N using:
i. An analytical integration technique
ii. A numerical integration technique [Note: the work done is given by the area under the curve]
b)Compare the two answers
c)Using a computer spreadsheet increase the number of values used for your numerical method d)Analyse any affect the size of numerical step has on the result.
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