WAEC Further Mathematics 2017 Question 22

Question 22

Integration

Evaluate ∫−10 (x + 1)(x − 2) dx

  1. A.7/6
  2. B.5/6
  3. C.−5/6
  4. D.−7/6
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (−7/6)

Explanation

∫(x² − x − 2) dx = x³/3 − x²/2 − 2x. From −1 to 0: 0 − (−1/3 − 1/2 + 2) = −7/6.