The Rate of Change of the Total Number, in Thousand

question 2

Multiple Choice

The rate of change of the total number, in thousand of articles, of research articles in the prominent journal Physics Review written by researchers in Europe is shown in the graph, where t is time in years represents the start of 1987) . Use both left and right Riemann sums with 7 subdivisions to estimate the total number of articles in Physics Review written by researchers in Europe in the 14-year period beginning 1987. (Estimate each value of to the nearest 0.5) . Use the sums to obtain an estimate of .

• A)60,000 articles
• B)52,000 articles
• C)8,000 articles
• D)56,000 articles
• E)4,000 articles

Grasp the principle of polymorphism and its implementation through dynamic binding.

Recognize the characteristics and purposes of abstract, concrete, and final classes/methods within object-oriented programming.

Identify and apply the principles of object-oriented programming, including encapsulation, inheritance, and polymorphism.

Understand the process and implications of upcasting and downcasting in object orientation.

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