Washer method: Volume = pi times the integral from a to b of ([R(x)] squared minus [r(x)] squared) dx, where R is the outer radius and r is the inner radius.
How to apply it: Apply the washer method when the solid of revolution has a hole (two curves are revolved).
Course: AP Calculus AB · Unit: Applications of Integration
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