Step 1 :First, we need to understand the problem. We are asked to find the surface area generated when the curve $y=\tan x$ for $\frac{\pi}{5} \leq x \leq \frac{\pi}{4}$ is revolved about the x-axis.
Step 2 :The formula for the surface area of a solid of revolution is $2\pi \int_{a}^{b} f(x) \sqrt{1+[f'(x)]^2} dx$, where $f(x)$ is the function being revolved, and $f'(x)$ is its derivative.
Step 3 :In this case, $f(x) = \tan x$ and $f'(x) = \sec^2 x$. So, the integral becomes $2\pi \int_{\pi / 5}^{\pi / 4} \tan x \sqrt{1+\sec ^{4} x} dx$.
Step 4 :So, the correct answer for part a is $2\pi \int_{\pi / 5}^{\pi / 4} \tan x \sqrt{1+\sec ^{4} x} dx$.
Step 5 :For part b, we need to evaluate the integral. This can be done using a calculator or software, and the result should be rounded to the nearest hundredth.