Estimate the Surface Area of the Oil Spill Shown in the Figure

question 49

Multiple Choice

Estimate the surface area of the oil spill shown in the figure using the Midpoint Rule. ​ ​

• A) ≈ 481.6 mi²
• B) ≈ 301.6 mi²
• C) ≈ 311.6 mi²
• D) ≈ 431.6 mi²
• E) ≈ 381.6 mi²

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