Integration and applications of integration — Question 1
QCAA 2020, Paper 1 · 1 mark
Q1 · 2020 · Technology-freeSimple familiar1 mark
QUESTION 1
The indefinite integral ∫1−x23x−Adx can be determined using the partial fractions −1+x1+1−x2. WORKED SOLUTION
Answer B
1 markWorked solution
Combine the given partial fractions: −1+x1+1−x2=1−x2−(1−x)+2(1+x)=1−x23x+1. Hence 3x−A=3x+1, so A=−1. Worked explanation by QCE Vault; correct option verified against the QCAA answer key.
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