WAEC Further Mathematics 2008 Question 11

Question 11

Integration

Evaluate ∫12(2 + 2x − 3x2)dx

  1. A.−2
  2. B.2
  3. C.8
  4. D.10
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (−2)

Explanation

The antiderivative is 2x + x2 − x3. At 2 it is 0 and at 1 it is 2, so the answer is 0 − 2 = −2.