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MTH 102 MTH 102 Past Questions Objective Question

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Integrate ∫(ln x)/x dx
Options
A xlnx
B (ln x)²/2
Correct Answer
C (lnx)²
D (lnx)³/3
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

This integral is suitable for a u-substitution. Notice that the derivative of ln x is 1/x.Let u = ln x.Then, du = (1/x) dx.Substitute u and du into the integral:∫u du.Applying the power rule for integration, ∫u du = u²/2 + C.Substitute back u = ln x:(ln x)²/2 + C.Option B matches this result.

Hint

Consider letting u = ln x, as its derivative (1/x) is present in the integrand.

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