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The value of the definite integral of x·sinx from 0 to π is:

Answer: π.

  • A 0
  • B π
  • C
  • D π/2

Correct answer: B. π

Explanation: ∫ x sinx dx = −x cosx + sinx. Evaluated from 0 to π this gives π.

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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