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Evaluate: integral from 0 to pi of sin x dx

Answer: 2.

  • A 0
  • B 1
  • C 2
  • D pi

Correct answer: C. 2

Explanation: [-cos x] from 0 to pi = -cos(pi) - (-cos 0) = -(-1) + 1 = 2.

xyabArea = integral of f(x) dxRectangles approximate the area (Riemann sum)

The exact area under the curve from a to b (shaded) is approximated by a few rectangles, the Riemann sum idea behind the definite integral.

Concept context

Indefinite and definite integrals, areas under curves

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