JAMB Mathematics 2012 Question 39

Question 39

Integration

Evaluate ∫12 (x2 − 4x) dx

  1. A.11/3
  2. B.3/11
  3. C.−3/11
  4. D.−11/3
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (−11/3)

Explanation

[x3/3 − 2x2] from 1 to 2 = (8/3 − 8) − (1/3 − 2) = 7/3 − 6 = −11/3.