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MTH 102 MTH 102 Past Questions Objective Question

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If y = ∫ f(x)dx + C, then f(x) is called the -----
Options
A Definite integral
B Finite integral
C Indefinite integral
D Integrand
Correct Answer
Correct Answer

Option D is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

In the expression ∫ f(x)dx + C, f(x) is the function being integrated, and it is formally called the integrand. The entire expression ∫ f(x)dx + C represents the indefinite integral or antiderivative of f(x).

Hint

This is a basic definition in integral calculus. What is the name for the function inside the integral sign?

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