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How to Find Approximate Area Using Sigma Notation

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This video tutorial shows you how to express the area under a curve with Sigma notation (or summation notation). You can use Sigma notation as a simpler way to write the sums of a long series of numbers that follow a specific mathematical pattern.

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Martin Brenig-Jones is a director of Catalyst Consulting, Europe's leading provider of Lean Six Sigma solutions. Brenig-Jones is an expert in quality and change management and is an accomplished coach and trainer. Jo Dowdall began her career in continuous improvement in the year 2000 and has been a focused practitioner, coach, trainer and advocate ever since. Dowdall has worked internationally in a broad range of sectors to deliver training and facilitate improvement.

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