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Integral of tan x dx =

Answer: B and C are equivalent.

  • A sec x + C, a differentiation result mistaken for integration
  • B ln|sec x| + C, missing the equivalent cosine form
  • C -ln|cos x| + C, missing the equivalent secant form
  • D B and C are equivalent

Correct answer: D. B and C are equivalent

Explanation: tan x = sin x / cos x. Integral = -ln|cos x| + C = ln|sec x| + C. Both B and C are correct.

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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