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Class 12 Mathematics · 7-2.Definite Integral · Properties of definite integration

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AdvancedMCQ
The absolute value of $\int_{10}^{19} \frac{\sin x}{1 + x^8} dx$ is less than:
A
$10^{-10}$
B
$10^{-11}$
C
$10^{-7}$
D
$10^{-9}$

Solution

(C) We use the property $\left| \int_{a}^{b} f(x) dx \right| \le \int_{a}^{b} |f(x)| dx$.
Given the integral $I = \int_{10}^{19} \frac{\sin x}{1 + x^8} dx$,we have:
$|I| \le \int_{10}^{19} \frac{|\sin x|}{1 + x^8} dx$.
Since $|\sin x| \le 1$ and $1 + x^8 > x^8$,we get:
$|I| < \int_{10}^{19} \frac{1}{x^8} dx$.
Evaluating the integral:
$\int_{10}^{19} x^{-8} dx = \left[ \frac{x^{-7}}{-7} \right]_{10}^{19} = \frac{1}{7} \left( \frac{1}{10^7} - \frac{1}{19^7} \right)$.
Since $\frac{1}{7} < 1$ and $\left( \frac{1}{10^7} - \frac{1}{19^7} \right) < \frac{1}{10^7}$,it follows that:
$|I| < \frac{1}{10^7} = 10^{-7}$.
152
AdvancedMCQ
The value of the integral $\int_{-\pi}^{\pi} (\cos px - \sin qx)^2 dx$,where $p$ and $q$ are integers,is equal to:
A
$-\pi$
B
$0$
C
$\pi$
D
$2\pi$

Solution

(D) Let $I = \int_{-\pi}^{\pi} (\cos px - \sin qx)^2 dx$.
Expanding the integrand,we get:
$I = \int_{-\pi}^{\pi} (\cos^2 px + \sin^2 qx - 2 \cos px \sin qx) dx$.
Using the property $\int_{-a}^{a} f(x) dx = 0$ if $f(x)$ is an odd function,the term $\int_{-\pi}^{\pi} 2 \cos px \sin qx dx = 0$ because $\cos px$ is even and $\sin qx$ is odd.
Thus,$I = \int_{-\pi}^{\pi} \cos^2 px dx + \int_{-\pi}^{\pi} \sin^2 qx dx$.
Using the identity $\cos^2 \theta = \frac{1 + \cos 2\theta}{2}$ and $\sin^2 \theta = \frac{1 - \cos 2\theta}{2}$:
$I = \int_{-\pi}^{\pi} \frac{1 + \cos 2px}{2} dx + \int_{-\pi}^{\pi} \frac{1 - \cos 2qx}{2} dx$.
$I = \frac{1}{2} [x + \frac{\sin 2px}{2p}]_{-\pi}^{\pi} + \frac{1}{2} [x - \frac{\sin 2qx}{2q}]_{-\pi}^{\pi}$.
Since $p, q$ are integers,$\sin(2p\pi) = 0$ and $\sin(-2p\pi) = 0$.
$I = \frac{1}{2} [(\pi - 0) - (-\pi - 0)] + \frac{1}{2} [(\pi - 0) - (-\pi - 0)]$.
$I = \frac{1}{2} [2\pi] + \frac{1}{2} [2\pi] = \pi + \pi = 2\pi$.
153
AdvancedMCQ
The value of the definite integral $\int_{19}^{37} (\{x\}^2 + 3 \sin(2\pi x)) \, dx$,where $\{x\}$ denotes the fractional part function.
A
$0$
B
$6$
C
$9$
D
cannot be determined

Solution

(B) Let $f(x) = \{x\}^2 + 3 \sin(2\pi x)$.
Since $\{x\}$ is periodic with period $T = 1$ and $\sin(2\pi x)$ is periodic with period $T = 1$,the function $f(x)$ is periodic with period $1$.
We use the property $\int_{a}^{b} f(x) \, dx = (b-a) \int_{0}^{1} f(x) \, dx$ for a periodic function with period $1$.
Here,$a = 19$ and $b = 37$,so $b - a = 37 - 19 = 18$.
Thus,the integral becomes $18 \int_{0}^{1} (x^2 + 3 \sin(2\pi x)) \, dx$.
Evaluating the integral:
$18 \left[ \frac{x^3}{3} - \frac{3}{2\pi} \cos(2\pi x) \right]_{0}^{1}$
$= 18 \left( (\frac{1}{3} - \frac{3}{2\pi} \cos(2\pi)) - (0 - \frac{3}{2\pi} \cos(0)) \right)$
$= 18 \left( \frac{1}{3} - \frac{3}{2\pi} - (0 - \frac{3}{2\pi}) \right)$
$= 18 \left( \frac{1}{3} - \frac{3}{2\pi} + \frac{3}{2\pi} \right)$
$= 18 \times \frac{1}{3} = 6$.
154
AdvancedMCQ
The value of the definite integral $\int\limits_0^{\frac{\pi }{2}} {\sqrt {\tan x} \,dx} $ is
A
$\sqrt 2 \,\pi $
B
$\frac{\pi }{{\sqrt 2 }}$
C
$2\sqrt 2 \,\pi $
D
$\frac{\pi }{{2\sqrt 2 }}$

Solution

(B) Let $I = \int\limits_0^{\frac{\pi }{2}} {\sqrt {\tan x} \,dx} \quad ....(1)$
Using the property $\int\limits_0^a f(x) dx = \int\limits_0^a f(a-x) dx$,we get:
$I = \int\limits_0^{\frac{\pi }{2}} {\sqrt {\tan(\frac{\pi}{2} - x)} \,dx} = \int\limits_0^{\frac{\pi }{2}} {\sqrt {\cot x} \,dx} \quad ....(2)$
Adding $(1)$ and $(2)$:
$2I = \int\limits_0^{\frac{\pi }{2}} {(\sqrt {\tan x} + \sqrt {\cot x}) \,dx} = \int\limits_0^{\frac{\pi }{2}} {\frac{\sin x + \cos x}{\sqrt{\sin x \cos x}} \,dx}$
Multiplying numerator and denominator by $\sqrt{2}$:
$2I = \sqrt{2} \int\limits_0^{\frac{\pi }{2}} {\frac{\sin x + \cos x}{\sqrt{2 \sin x \cos x}} \,dx} = \sqrt{2} \int\limits_0^{\frac{\pi }{2}} {\frac{\sin x + \cos x}{\sqrt{1 - (\sin x - \cos x)^2}} \,dx}$
Let $t = \sin x - \cos x$,then $dt = (\cos x + \sin x) dx$. When $x=0, t=-1$; when $x=\frac{\pi}{2}, t=1$.
$2I = \sqrt{2} \int\limits_{-1}^1 {\frac{dt}{\sqrt{1 - t^2}}} = \sqrt{2} [\sin^{-1} t]_{-1}^1 = \sqrt{2} (\frac{\pi}{2} - (-\frac{\pi}{2})) = \sqrt{2} \pi$
$I = \frac{\sqrt{2} \pi}{2} = \frac{\pi}{\sqrt{2}}$.
155
AdvancedMCQ
If $I = \int\limits_0^{\frac{\pi}{2}} \ln(\sin x) dx$,then $\int\limits_{-\frac{\pi}{4}}^{\frac{\pi}{4}} \ln(\sin x + \cos x) dx =$
A
$\frac{I}{2}$
B
$\frac{I}{4}$
C
$\frac{I}{\sqrt{2}}$
D
$I$

Solution

(A) Let $I_1 = \int\limits_{-\frac{\pi}{4}}^{\frac{\pi}{4}} \ln(\sin x + \cos x) dx$.
Using the property $\int_a^b f(x) dx = \int_a^b f(a+b-x) dx$,we have:
$I_1 = \int\limits_{-\frac{\pi}{4}}^{\frac{\pi}{4}} \ln(\sin(-\frac{\pi}{4} + \frac{\pi}{4} - x) + \cos(-\frac{\pi}{4} + \frac{\pi}{4} - x)) dx = \int\limits_{-\frac{\pi}{4}}^{\frac{\pi}{4}} \ln(\sin(-x) + \cos(-x)) dx = \int\limits_{-\frac{\pi}{4}}^{\frac{\pi}{4}} \ln(\cos x - \sin x) dx$.
Adding the two expressions for $I_1$:
$2I_1 = \int\limits_{-\frac{\pi}{4}}^{\frac{\pi}{4}} (\ln(\sin x + \cos x) + \ln(\cos x - \sin x)) dx = \int\limits_{-\frac{\pi}{4}}^{\frac{\pi}{4}} \ln(\cos^2 x - \sin^2 x) dx = \int\limits_{-\frac{\pi}{4}}^{\frac{\pi}{4}} \ln(\cos 2x) dx$.
Since $\ln(\cos 2x)$ is an even function,$2I_1 = 2 \int\limits_0^{\frac{\pi}{4}} \ln(\cos 2x) dx$.
Let $2x = t$,then $2dx = dt$. When $x=0, t=0$; when $x=\frac{\pi}{4}, t=\frac{\pi}{2}$.
$I_1 = \int\limits_0^{\frac{\pi}{2}} \ln(\cos t) \frac{dt}{2} = \frac{1}{2} \int\limits_0^{\frac{\pi}{2}} \ln(\sin t) dt = \frac{I}{2}$.
156
AdvancedMCQ
The true set of values of $a$ for which the inequality $\int_{a}^{0} (3^{-2x} - 2 \cdot 3^{-x}) \, dx \geq 0$ is true is:
A
$[0, 1]$
B
$(-\infty, -1]$
C
$[0, \infty)$
D
$(-\infty, -1] \cup [0, \infty)$

Solution

(D) Let $I = \int_{a}^{0} (3^{-2x} - 2 \cdot 3^{-x}) \, dx \geq 0$.
Substitute $t = 3^{-x}$,then $dt = -3^{-x} \ln 3 \, dx$,so $dx = -\frac{dt}{t \ln 3}$.
When $x = a$,$t = 3^{-a}$. When $x = 0$,$t = 1$.
The integral becomes $\int_{3^{-a}}^{1} (t^2 - 2t) \left( -\frac{dt}{t \ln 3} \right) = \frac{1}{\ln 3} \int_{1}^{3^{-a}} (t - 2) \, dt \geq 0$.
Since $\ln 3 > 0$,we have $\int_{1}^{3^{-a}} (t - 2) \, dt \geq 0$.
Evaluating the integral: $\left[ \frac{t^2}{2} - 2t \right]_{1}^{3^{-a}} \geq 0$.
$\left( \frac{3^{-2a}}{2} - 2 \cdot 3^{-a} \right) - \left( \frac{1}{2} - 2 \right) \geq 0$.
$\frac{3^{-2a}}{2} - 2 \cdot 3^{-a} + \frac{3}{2} \geq 0$.
Multiplying by $2$: $3^{-2a} - 4 \cdot 3^{-a} + 3 \geq 0$.
Let $u = 3^{-a}$. Then $u^2 - 4u + 3 \geq 0$,which factors as $(u - 3)(u - 1) \geq 0$.
This implies $u \leq 1$ or $u \geq 3$.
Case $1$: $3^{-a} \leq 3^0 \implies -a \leq 0 \implies a \geq 0$.
Case $2$: $3^{-a} \geq 3^1 \implies -a \geq 1 \implies a \leq -1$.
Thus,$a \in (-\infty, -1] \cup [0, \infty)$.
157
AdvancedMCQ
Let $A = \int\limits_0^1 \frac{e^t}{1 + t} \, dt$. Then $\int\limits_{a - 1}^a \frac{e^{-t}}{t - a - 1} \, dt$ has the value:
A
$Ae^{-a}$
B
$-Ae^{-a}$
C
$-ae^{-a}$
D
$Ae^a$

Solution

(B) Let $I = \int\limits_{a - 1}^a \frac{e^{-t}}{t - a - 1} \, dt$.
Substitute $t = a - 1 + y$,so $dt = dy$.
When $t = a - 1$,$y = 0$. When $t = a$,$y = 1$.
Substituting these into the integral:
$I = \int\limits_0^1 \frac{e^{-(a - 1 + y)}}{a - 1 + y - a - 1} \, dy = \int\limits_0^1 \frac{e^{1 - a - y}}{y - 2} \, dy$.
This does not match the form of $A$ directly. Let us re-evaluate the substitution.
Let $t = a - 1 + y$. The denominator is $t - a - 1 = (a - 1 + y) - a - 1 = y - 2$.
Actually,let us use the substitution $t = a - 1 + y$ again.
$I = \int\limits_0^1 \frac{e^{-(a - 1 + y)}}{y - 2} \, dy = e^{1-a} \int\limits_0^1 \frac{e^{-y}}{y - 2} \, dy$.
Wait,the standard property $\int_0^1 f(t) dt = \int_0^1 f(1-t) dt$ is applicable.
Let $t = a - 1 + y$. Then $I = \int_0^1 \frac{e^{-(a-1+y)}}{y-2} dy = e^{1-a} \int_0^1 \frac{e^{-y}}{y-2} dy$.
Using $y \to 1-y$: $I = e^{1-a} \int_0^1 \frac{e^{-(1-y)}}{1-y-2} dy = e^{1-a} \int_0^1 \frac{e^{-1+y}}{-1-y} dy = -e^{1-a} e^{-1} \int_0^1 \frac{e^y}{1+y} dy = -e^{-a} A$.
158
AdvancedMCQ
$\int\limits_0^{\frac{\pi }{2}} {\sqrt {\sin 2\theta } } \sin \theta \,d\theta$ is equal to :
A
$0$
B
$\frac{\pi}{4}$
C
$\frac{\pi}{2}$
D
$\pi$

Solution

(B) Let $I = \int\limits_0^{\frac{\pi}{2}} \sqrt{\sin 2\theta} \sin \theta \,d\theta$.
Using the property $\int_0^a f(x) dx = \int_0^a f(a-x) dx$,we have:
$I = \int\limits_0^{\frac{\pi}{2}} \sqrt{\sin 2(\frac{\pi}{2}-\theta)} \sin(\frac{\pi}{2}-\theta) \,d\theta = \int\limits_0^{\frac{\pi}{2}} \sqrt{\sin 2\theta} \cos \theta \,d\theta$.
Adding the two expressions for $I$:
$2I = \int\limits_0^{\frac{\pi}{2}} \sqrt{\sin 2\theta} (\sin \theta + \cos \theta) \,d\theta$.
Since $\sin 2\theta = 1 - (\sin \theta - \cos \theta)^2$,let $t = \sin \theta - \cos \theta$.
Then $dt = (\cos \theta + \sin \theta) \,d\theta$.
When $\theta = 0, t = -1$. When $\theta = \frac{\pi}{2}, t = 1$.
$2I = \int_{-1}^{1} \sqrt{1 - t^2} \,dt$.
This is the area of a semicircle of radius $1$,which is $\frac{1}{2} \pi (1)^2 = \frac{\pi}{2}$.
Therefore,$2I = \frac{\pi}{2} \implies I = \frac{\pi}{4}$.
159
AdvancedMCQ
If $f(x) = \int\limits_0^\pi {\frac{t \sin t \, dt}{\sqrt{1 + \tan^2 x \sin^2 t}}}$ for $0 < x < \frac{\pi}{2}$,then which of the following is true?
A
$f(0^+) = \pi$
B
$f\left(\frac{\pi}{4}\right) = \frac{\pi^2}{4}$
C
$f$ is continuous and differentiable in $\left(0, \frac{\pi}{2}\right)$
D
$f$ is continuous but not differentiable in $\left(0, \frac{\pi}{2}\right)$

Solution

(C) Given $f(x) = \int\limits_0^\pi \frac{t \sin t}{\sqrt{1 + \tan^2 x \sin^2 t}} \, dt$.
Using the property $\int_0^a f(t) \, dt = \int_0^a f(a-t) \, dt$,we have $f(x) = \int_0^\pi \frac{(\pi-t) \sin(\pi-t)}{\sqrt{1 + \tan^2 x \sin^2(\pi-t)}} \, dt = \int_0^\pi \frac{(\pi-t) \sin t}{\sqrt{1 + \tan^2 x \sin^2 t}} \, dt$.
Adding the two expressions: $2f(x) = \pi \int_0^\pi \frac{\sin t}{\sqrt{1 + \tan^2 x \sin^2 t}} \, dt$.
Since the integrand is symmetric about $t = \frac{\pi}{2}$,$f(x) = \pi \int_0^{\pi/2} \frac{\sin t}{\sqrt{1 + \tan^2 x \sin^2 t}} \, dt$.
Let $y = \cos t$,then $dy = -\sin t \, dt$. When $t=0, y=1$; when $t=\pi/2, y=0$.
$f(x) = \pi \int_0^1 \frac{dy}{\sqrt{1 + \tan^2 x (1-y^2)}} = \pi \int_0^1 \frac{dy}{\sqrt{\sec^2 x - \tan^2 x \, y^2}} = \frac{\pi}{\tan x} \int_0^1 \frac{dy}{\sqrt{\csc^2 x - y^2}}$.
$f(x) = \frac{\pi}{\tan x} [\sin^{-1}(\frac{y}{\csc x})]_0^1 = \frac{\pi}{\tan x} \sin^{-1}(\sin x) = \frac{\pi x}{\tan x}$.
Since $f(x) = \frac{\pi x}{\tan x}$ is a composition of differentiable functions in $(0, \pi/2)$,$f$ is continuous and differentiable in $(0, \pi/2)$.
160
AdvancedMCQ
$\int\limits_{ - 1}^1 {\frac{{{x^3} + |x| + 1}}{{{x^2} + 2|x| + 1}}} dx = a \ln 2 + b$,then:
A
$a = 2; b = 1$
B
$a = 2; b = 0$
C
$a = 3; b = -2$
D
$a = 4; b = -1$

Solution

(B) Let $I = \int\limits_{ - 1}^1 {\frac{{{x^3} + |x| + 1}}{{{x^2} + 2|x| + 1}}} dx$.
Since the denominator ${x^2} + 2|x| + 1 = (|x| + 1)^2$ is an even function,we can split the integral into odd and even parts.
$I = \int\limits_{ - 1}^1 {\frac{{{x^3}}}{{(|x| + 1)^2}}} dx + \int\limits_{ - 1}^1 {\frac{{|x| + 1}}{{(|x| + 1)^2}}} dx$.
The first part $\int\limits_{ - 1}^1 {\frac{{{x^3}}}{{(|x| + 1)^2}}} dx$ is an integral of an odd function over a symmetric interval $[-1, 1]$,so it equals $0$.
Thus,$I = \int\limits_{ - 1}^1 {\frac{1}{{|x| + 1}}} dx$.
Since $\frac{1}{{|x| + 1}}$ is an even function,$I = 2 \int\limits_0^1 {\frac{1}{{x + 1}}} dx$.
$I = 2 [\ln(x + 1)]_0^1 = 2(\ln 2 - \ln 1) = 2 \ln 2$.
Comparing $2 \ln 2$ with $a \ln 2 + b$,we get $a = 2$ and $b = 0$.
161
AdvancedMCQ
$\int\limits_a^b [x] \,dx + \int\limits_a^b [-x] \,dx$,where $[.]$ denotes the greatest integer function,is equal to:
A
$a + b$
B
$b - a$
C
$a - b$
D
$\frac{a + b}{2}$

Solution

(C) We know that for the greatest integer function $[x]$,the sum $[x] + [-x]$ is defined as:
$[x] + [-x] = \begin{cases} 0, & \text{if } x \in \mathbb{Z} \\ -1, & \text{if } x \notin \mathbb{Z} \end{cases}$
Since the set of integers $\mathbb{Z}$ has measure zero in the interval $[a, b]$,the integral of the function over the interval $[a, b]$ is equivalent to integrating the constant value $-1$ over the interval $[a, b]$.
Therefore,$I = \int\limits_a^b ([x] + [-x]) \,dx = \int\limits_a^b (-1) \,dx$
$I = -[x]_a^b = -(b - a) = a - b$.
162
AdvancedMCQ
Given $\int_{0}^{\frac{\pi}{2}} \frac{dx}{1 + \sin x + \cos x} = \ln 2$,then the value of the definite integral $\int_{0}^{\frac{\pi}{2}} \frac{\sin x}{1 + \sin x + \cos x} dx$ is equal to
A
$\frac{1}{2} \ln 2$
B
$\frac{\pi}{4} - \frac{1}{2} \ln 2$
C
$\frac{\pi}{2} - \ln 2$
D
$\frac{\pi}{4} + \frac{1}{2} \ln 2$

Solution

(B) Let $I = \int_{0}^{\frac{\pi}{2}} \frac{\sin x}{1 + \sin x + \cos x} dx$ and $J = \int_{0}^{\frac{\pi}{2}} \frac{\cos x}{1 + \sin x + \cos x} dx$.
Using the property $\int_{0}^{a} f(x) dx = \int_{0}^{a} f(a-x) dx$,we get $J = \int_{0}^{\frac{\pi}{2}} \frac{\sin x}{1 + \cos x + \sin x} dx = I$.
Now,$I + J = \int_{0}^{\frac{\pi}{2}} \frac{\sin x + \cos x}{1 + \sin x + \cos x} dx$.
Since $I = J$,we have $2I = \int_{0}^{\frac{\pi}{2}} \frac{1 + \sin x + \cos x - 1}{1 + \sin x + \cos x} dx = \int_{0}^{\frac{\pi}{2}} (1 - \frac{1}{1 + \sin x + \cos x}) dx$.
$2I = [x]_{0}^{\frac{\pi}{2}} - \int_{0}^{\frac{\pi}{2}} \frac{dx}{1 + \sin x + \cos x}$.
$2I = \frac{\pi}{2} - \ln 2$.
$I = \frac{\pi}{4} - \frac{1}{2} \ln 2$.
163
AdvancedMCQ
$\int\limits_0^\pi {\frac{{x\cos x}}{{{{\left( {1 + \sin x} \right)}^2}}}} dx$ is equal to :
A
$\pi - 2$
B
$-(2 + \pi)$
C
$0$
D
$2 - \pi$

Solution

(C) Let $I = \int\limits_0^\pi {\frac{{x\cos x}}{{{{\left( {1 + \sin x} \right)}^2}}}} dx$.
Using the property $\int_0^a f(x) dx = \int_0^a f(a-x) dx$,we get:
$I = \int_0^\pi \frac{(\pi - x)\cos(\pi - x)}{(1 + \sin(\pi - x))^2} dx = \int_0^\pi \frac{(\pi - x)(-\cos x)}{(1 + \sin x)^2} dx$.
$I = -\pi \int_0^\pi \frac{\cos x}{(1 + \sin x)^2} dx + \int_0^\pi \frac{x\cos x}{(1 + \sin x)^2} dx$.
$I = -\pi \int_0^\pi \frac{\cos x}{(1 + \sin x)^2} dx + I$.
This implies $\pi \int_0^\pi \frac{\cos x}{(1 + \sin x)^2} dx = 0$.
Let $u = 1 + \sin x$,then $du = \cos x dx$.
When $x = 0, u = 1$. When $x = \pi, u = 1$.
Thus,$\int_1^1 \frac{1}{u^2} du = 0$.
Therefore,the value of the integral is $0$.
164
AdvancedMCQ
If $\int\limits_0^1 \frac{\ln x}{\sqrt{1 - x^2}} dx = k \int\limits_0^\pi \ln(1 + \cos x) dx$,then the value of $k$ is:
A
$2$
B
$1/2$
C
$-2$
D
$-1/2$

Solution

(B) Let $I = \int\limits_0^1 \frac{\ln x}{\sqrt{1 - x^2}} dx$. Put $x = \sin \theta$,then $dx = \cos \theta d\theta$.
As $x \to 0, \theta \to 0$ and as $x \to 1, \theta \to \pi/2$.
$I = \int\limits_0^{\pi/2} \ln(\sin \theta) d\theta = -\frac{\pi}{2} \ln 2$.
Now consider the $RHS$: $J = \int\limits_0^\pi \ln(1 + \cos x) dx$.
Using the property $\int\limits_0^a f(x) dx = \int\limits_0^a f(a-x) dx$,we have $J = \int\limits_0^\pi \ln(1 - \cos x) dx$.
$2J = \int\limits_0^\pi \ln(1 - \cos^2 x) dx = \int\limits_0^\pi \ln(\sin^2 x) dx = 2 \int\limits_0^\pi \ln(\sin x) dx$.
Since $\int\limits_0^\pi \ln(\sin x) dx = 2 \int\limits_0^{\pi/2} \ln(\sin x) dx = 2(-\frac{\pi}{2} \ln 2) = -\pi \ln 2$,we get $2J = 2(-\pi \ln 2) = -2\pi \ln 2$,so $J = -\pi \ln 2$.
Equating $I = kJ$,we have $-\frac{\pi}{2} \ln 2 = k(-\pi \ln 2)$,which gives $k = 1/2$.
165
AdvancedMCQ
If $f(x) = \cos(\tan^{-1}x)$,then the value of the integral $\int_{0}^{1} x f''(x) dx$ is
A
$\frac{3 - \sqrt{2}}{2}$
B
$\frac{3 + \sqrt{2}}{2}$
C
$1$
D
$1 - \frac{3}{2\sqrt{2}}$

Solution

(D) Given $f(x) = \cos(\tan^{-1}x)$.
Using integration by parts for $I = \int_{0}^{1} x f''(x) dx$:
$I = [x f'(x)]_{0}^{1} - \int_{0}^{1} f'(x) dx$
$I = f'(1) - [f(1) - f(0)] = f'(1) - f(1) + f(0)$.
Now,$f(x) = \cos(\tan^{-1}x)$. At $x=1$,$\tan^{-1}(1) = \frac{\pi}{4}$,so $f(1) = \cos(\frac{\pi}{4}) = \frac{1}{\sqrt{2}}$.
At $x=0$,$\tan^{-1}(0) = 0$,so $f(0) = \cos(0) = 1$.
Derivative $f'(x) = -\sin(\tan^{-1}x) \cdot \frac{1}{1+x^2}$.
$f'(1) = -\sin(\frac{\pi}{4}) \cdot \frac{1}{1+1^2} = -\frac{1}{\sqrt{2}} \cdot \frac{1}{2} = -\frac{1}{2\sqrt{2}}$.
Substituting these values:
$I = -\frac{1}{2\sqrt{2}} - \frac{1}{\sqrt{2}} + 1 = 1 - \frac{1+2}{2\sqrt{2}} = 1 - \frac{3}{2\sqrt{2}}$.
166
AdvancedMCQ
For $U_n = \int\limits_0^1 x^n (2 - x)^n \, dx$ and $V_n = \int\limits_0^1 x^n (1 - x)^n \, dx$,where $n \in N$,which of the following statements is true?
A
$U_n = 2^n V_n$
B
$U_n = 2^{-n} V_n$
C
$U_n = 2^{2n} V_n$
D
$U_n = 2^{-2n} V_n$

Solution

(C) Given $U_n = \int\limits_0^1 x^n (2 - x)^n \, dx$ and $V_n = \int\limits_0^1 x^n (1 - x)^n \, dx$.
In the integral for $U_n$,substitute $x = 2t$,so $dx = 2 \, dt$.
When $x = 0, t = 0$ and when $x = 1, t = 1/2$.
$U_n = \int\limits_0^{1/2} (2t)^n (2 - 2t)^n (2 \, dt) = \int\limits_0^{1/2} 2^n t^n 2^n (1 - t)^n (2 \, dt) = 2^{2n+1} \int\limits_0^{1/2} t^n (1 - t)^n \, dt$.
Now,consider $V_n = \int\limits_0^1 x^n (1 - x)^n \, dx$.
Using the property $\int\limits_0^{2a} f(x) \, dx = 2 \int\limits_0^a f(x) \, dx$ if $f(2a - x) = f(x)$,we check $f(x) = x^n (1 - x)^n$.
Here $f(1 - x) = (1 - x)^n (1 - (1 - x))^n = (1 - x)^n x^n = f(x)$.
Thus,$V_n = 2 \int\limits_0^{1/2} x^n (1 - x)^n \, dx$.
Comparing $U_n$ and $V_n$,we see that $U_n = 2^{2n} \left( 2 \int\limits_0^{1/2} t^n (1 - t)^n \, dt \right) = 2^{2n} V_n$.
167
AdvancedMCQ
Let $f(x)$ be integrable over $(a, b)$,where $b > a > 0$. If $I_1 = \int_{\frac{\pi}{6}}^{\frac{\pi}{3}} f(\tan \theta + \cot \theta) \sec^2 \theta \, d\theta$ and $I_2 = \int_{\frac{\pi}{6}}^{\frac{\pi}{3}} f(\tan \theta + \cot \theta) \csc^2 \theta \, d\theta$,then the ratio $\frac{I_1}{I_2}$ is:
A
a positive integer
B
a negative integer
C
an irrational number
D
cannot be determined
168
AdvancedMCQ
Let $I_1 = \int\limits_0^{\frac{\pi }{2}} {{e^{ - {x^2}}}\sin (x)dx} $,$I_2 = \int\limits_0^{\frac{\pi }{2}} {{e^{ - {x^2}}}dx} $,and $I_3 = \int\limits_0^{\frac{\pi }{2}} {{e^{ - {x^2}}}(1 + x)\,dx} $. Consider the following statements:
$I: I_1 < I_2$
$II: I_2 < I_3$
$III: I_1 = I_3$
Which of the following is (are) true?
A
$I$ only
B
$II$ only
C
Neither $I$ nor $II$ nor $III$
D
Both $I$ and $II$

Solution

(D) In the interval $(0, \frac{\pi}{2})$,we have $0 < \sin(x) < 1$. Since $e^{-x^2} > 0$,multiplying by $e^{-x^2}$ gives $e^{-x^2}\sin(x) < e^{-x^2}$. Integrating from $0$ to $\frac{\pi}{2}$,we get $I_1 < I_2$. Thus,statement $I$ is true.
Next,in the interval $(0, \frac{\pi}{2})$,we have $1 + x > 1$. Multiplying by $e^{-x^2} > 0$,we get $e^{-x^2}(1 + x) > e^{-x^2}$. Integrating from $0$ to $\frac{\pi}{2}$,we get $I_3 > I_2$. Thus,statement $II$ is true.
Since $I_1 < I_2$ and $I_2 < I_3$,it follows that $I_1 < I_3$,so statement $III$ is false.
Therefore,both $I$ and $II$ are true.
169
AdvancedMCQ
Let $f(x) = \frac{\sin x}{x}$,then $\int_{0}^{\frac{\pi}{2}} f(x) f\left(\frac{\pi}{2} - x\right) dx =$
A
$\frac{2}{\pi} \int_{0}^{\pi} f(x) dx$
B
$\int_{0}^{\pi} f(x) dx$
C
$\pi \int_{0}^{\pi} f(x) dx$
D
$\frac{1}{\pi} \int_{0}^{\pi} f(x) dx$

Solution

(D) Given $f(x) = \frac{\sin x}{x}$. We need to evaluate $I = \int_{0}^{\frac{\pi}{2}} f(x) f\left(\frac{\pi}{2} - x\right) dx$.
Substituting the function,we get $I = \int_{0}^{\frac{\pi}{2}} \frac{\sin x}{x} \cdot \frac{\sin(\frac{\pi}{2} - x)}{\frac{\pi}{2} - x} dx = \int_{0}^{\frac{\pi}{2}} \frac{\sin x \cos x}{x(\frac{\pi}{2} - x)} dx$.
This simplifies to $I = \int_{0}^{\frac{\pi}{2}} \frac{\sin 2x}{2x(\frac{\pi}{2} - x)} dx = \int_{0}^{\frac{\pi}{2}} \frac{\sin 2x}{x(\pi - 2x)} dx$.
Let $t = 2x$,then $dt = 2dx$ or $dx = \frac{dt}{2}$. When $x=0, t=0$ and when $x=\frac{\pi}{2}, t=\pi$.
$I = \int_{0}^{\pi} \frac{\sin t}{t(\pi - t)} \cdot \frac{dt}{2} = \frac{1}{2} \int_{0}^{\pi} \frac{\sin t}{t(\pi - t)} dt$.
Using partial fractions,$\frac{1}{t(\pi - t)} = \frac{1}{\pi} \left( \frac{1}{t} + \frac{1}{\pi - t} \right)$.
$I = \frac{1}{2\pi} \int_{0}^{\pi} \sin t \left( \frac{1}{t} + \frac{1}{\pi - t} \right) dt = \frac{1}{2\pi} \left( \int_{0}^{\pi} \frac{\sin t}{t} dt + \int_{0}^{\pi} \frac{\sin t}{\pi - t} dt \right)$.
In the second integral,let $u = \pi - t$,then $du = -dt$. The integral becomes $\int_{0}^{\pi} \frac{\sin u}{u} du$.
Thus,$I = \frac{1}{2\pi} \left( 2 \int_{0}^{\pi} \frac{\sin t}{t} dt \right) = \frac{1}{\pi} \int_{0}^{\pi} f(t) dt$.
170
AdvancedMCQ
Which of the following are true?
A
$\int_{a}^{\pi - a} x f(\sin x) dx = \frac{\pi}{2} \int_{a}^{\pi - a} f(\sin x) dx$
B
$\int_{-a}^{a} f(x)^2 dx = 2 \int_{0}^{a} f(x)^2 dx$
C
$\int_{0}^{n\pi} f(\cos^2 x) dx = n \int_{0}^{\pi} f(\cos^2 x) dx$
D
All of the above

Solution

(D) $1$. For option $A$: Using the property $\int_{a}^{b} f(x) dx = \int_{a}^{b} f(a+b-x) dx$,we have $I = \int_{a}^{\pi-a} x f(\sin x) dx$. Replacing $x$ with $a + (\pi - a) - x = \pi - x$,we get $I = \int_{a}^{\pi-a} (\pi - x) f(\sin(\pi - x)) dx = \int_{a}^{\pi-a} (\pi - x) f(\sin x) dx$. Adding the two expressions: $2I = \int_{a}^{\pi-a} \pi f(\sin x) dx$,so $I = \frac{\pi}{2} \int_{a}^{\pi-a} f(\sin x) dx$. This is true.
$2$. For option $B$: If $f(x)^2$ is an even function,then $\int_{-a}^{a} f(x)^2 dx = 2 \int_{0}^{a} f(x)^2 dx$. Since $f(x)^2$ is always non-negative and symmetric for any function $f(x)$,the property holds. This is true.
$3$. For option $C$: Using the property $\int_{0}^{nT} f(x) dx = n \int_{0}^{T} f(x) dx$ if $f(x+T) = f(x)$,here $f(\cos^2 x)$ has a period of $\pi$. Thus,$\int_{0}^{n\pi} f(\cos^2 x) dx = n \int_{0}^{\pi} f(\cos^2 x) dx$. This is true.
$4$. Since all statements are true,the correct option is $D$.
171
AdvancedMCQ
Evaluate the definite integral: $\int_{0}^{\infty} \frac{x}{(1 + x)(1 + x^2)} \, dx$
A
$\frac{\pi}{4}$
B
$\frac{\pi}{2}$
C
$\frac{\pi}{8}$
D
$\frac{\pi}{3}$

Solution

(A) Let $I = \int_{0}^{\infty} \frac{x}{(1 + x)(1 + x^2)} \, dx$.
Using the property $\int_{0}^{\infty} f(x) \, dx = \int_{0}^{\infty} f(1/x) \cdot \frac{1}{x^2} \, dx$,we substitute $x = 1/t$,so $dx = -1/t^2 \, dt$.
As $x \to 0, t \to \infty$ and as $x \to \infty, t \to 0$.
$I = \int_{\infty}^{0} \frac{1/t}{(1 + 1/t)(1 + 1/t^2)} \cdot (-1/t^2) \, dt = \int_{0}^{\infty} \frac{1/t}{(\frac{t+1}{t})(\frac{t^2+1}{t^2})} \cdot \frac{1}{t^2} \, dt = \int_{0}^{\infty} \frac{1}{t(t+1)(t^2+1)/t^3} \cdot \frac{1}{t^2} \, dt = \int_{0}^{\infty} \frac{1}{(t+1)(t^2+1)} \, dt$.
Now,$2I = \int_{0}^{\infty} \frac{x}{(1+x)(1+x^2)} \, dx + \int_{0}^{\infty} \frac{1}{(1+x)(1+x^2)} \, dx = \int_{0}^{\infty} \frac{x+1}{(1+x)(1+x^2)} \, dx = \int_{0}^{\infty} \frac{1}{1+x^2} \, dx$.
$2I = [\tan^{-1}(x)]_{0}^{\infty} = \frac{\pi}{2} - 0 = \frac{\pi}{2}$.
Therefore,$I = \frac{\pi}{4}$.
172
DifficultMCQ
If $f(x) = \int\limits_1^x \frac{\ln t}{1 + t} dt$ where $x > 0$,then the value$(s)$ of $x$ satisfying the equation $f(x) + f(1/x) = 0$ is/are:
A
$e^2$
B
$e$
C
$e^{-2}$
D
All $x > 0$

Solution

(D) Given $f(x) = \int\limits_1^x \frac{\ln t}{1 + t} dt$.
Consider $f(1/x) = \int\limits_1^{1/x} \frac{\ln t}{1 + t} dt$.
Let $t = 1/u$,then $dt = -1/u^2 du$.
When $t = 1$,$u = 1$,and when $t = 1/x$,$u = x$.
Substituting these into the integral:
$f(1/x) = \int\limits_1^x \frac{\ln(1/u)}{1 + 1/u} (-1/u^2) du = \int\limits_1^x \frac{-\ln u}{\frac{u+1}{u}} \cdot \frac{1}{u^2} du = -\int\limits_1^x \frac{\ln u}{u(u+1)} du$.
Now,$f(x) + f(1/x) = \int\limits_1^x \frac{\ln t}{1 + t} dt - \int\limits_1^x \frac{\ln t}{t(1 + t)} dt = \int\limits_1^x \ln t \left( \frac{1}{1+t} - \frac{1}{t(1+t)} \right) dt$.
Simplifying the integrand:
$\frac{1}{1+t} - \frac{1}{t(1+t)} = \frac{t-1}{t(1+t)}$.
Thus,$f(x) + f(1/x) = \int\limits_1^x \frac{\ln t (t-1)}{t(1+t)} dt$.
For this integral to be $0$ for all $x$,the integrand must be $0$,which is not true. However,if the question implies the identity $f(x) + f(1/x) = \frac{1}{2}(\ln x)^2$,then the equation $f(x) + f(1/x) = 0$ is only satisfied at $x = 1$. Given the options,if the equation is an identity,it is not satisfied for any specific $x$ other than $1$. If the question is interpreted as $f(x) + f(1/x) = 0$,then $x=1$ is the only solution. Since $x=1$ is not explicitly listed,the correct choice is $(D)$.
173
AdvancedMCQ
Read the following mathematical statements carefully:
$I.$ $A$ differentiable function $f$ with maximum at $x = c$ $\implies f''(c) < 0$.
$II.$ Antiderivative of a periodic function is also a periodic function.
$III.$ If $f$ has a period $T$ then for any $a \in R$,$\int\limits_0^T {f(x)\,dx} = \int\limits_0^T {f(x + a)\,dx}$.
$IV.$ If $f(x)$ has a maxima at $x = c$,then $f$ is increasing in $(c - h, c)$ and decreasing in $(c, c + h)$ as $h \to 0$ for $h > 0$. Now indicate the correct alternative.
A
exactly one statement is correct.
B
exactly two statements are correct.
C
exactly three statements are correct.
D
All the four statements are correct.

Solution

(A) $I.$ Consider the function $f(x) = -x^4$. Then $f'(x) = -4x^3$ and $f''(x) = -12x^2$.
Here $f(x)$ has a maxima at $x = 0$ but $f''(0) = 0$. Thus,statement $I$ is False.
$II.$ Consider $f(x) = \cos x + 1$,which is periodic with period $2\pi$. However,$\int (\cos x + 1)\,dx = \sin x + x + C$,which is not a periodic function. Thus,statement $II$ is False.
$III.$ For $\int\limits_0^T {f(x + a)\,dx}$,let $x + a = y$. Then the integral becomes $\int\limits_a^{a + T} {f(y)\,dy}$.
Using the property of periodic functions $\int\limits_a^{a+T} f(y) dy = \int\limits_0^T f(y) dy$,this statement is True.
$IV.$ The statement is true only if $f$ is continuous at $x = c$. Consider $f(x) = \begin{cases} x & \text{if } x > 0 \\ 1 & \text{if } x = 0 \\ -x & \text{if } x < 0 \end{cases}$.
This function has a maxima at $x = 0$,but it does not satisfy the conditions stated in the problem (it is not increasing/decreasing in the neighborhood). Thus,statement $IV$ is False.
Conclusion: Only statement $III$ is correct. Therefore,exactly one statement is correct.
174
AdvancedMCQ
Evaluate the definite integral: $\int_{\frac{1}{2}}^{2} \frac{x^2 \ln x}{(1+x^2)^3} dx$
A
$1$
B
$-1$
C
$\frac{1}{2}[3+\frac{1}{2} \ln 2]$
D
$0$

Solution

(D) Let $I = \int_{\frac{1}{2}}^{2} \frac{x^2 \ln x}{(1+x^2)^3} dx$.
Using the property $\int_{a}^{b} f(x) dx = \int_{a}^{b} f(a+b-x) dx$,we note that the limits are reciprocal ($a=1/2, b=2$,so $a \times b = 1$).
Let $x = \frac{1}{t}$,then $dx = -\frac{1}{t^2} dt$.
When $x = \frac{1}{2}, t = 2$. When $x = 2, t = \frac{1}{2}$.
Substituting these into the integral:
$I = \int_{2}^{\frac{1}{2}} \frac{(\frac{1}{t})^2 \ln(\frac{1}{t})}{(1+(\frac{1}{t})^2)^3} (-\frac{1}{t^2}) dt$
$I = \int_{\frac{1}{2}}^{2} \frac{\frac{1}{t^2} (-\ln t)}{(\frac{t^2+1}{t^2})^3} \frac{1}{t^2} dt$
$I = \int_{\frac{1}{2}}^{2} \frac{-\ln t \cdot \frac{1}{t^4}}{\frac{(1+t^2)^3}{t^6}} dt$
$I = \int_{\frac{1}{2}}^{2} \frac{-\ln t \cdot t^2}{(1+t^2)^3} dt$
$I = -\int_{\frac{1}{2}}^{2} \frac{t^2 \ln t}{(1+t^2)^3} dt = -I$.
Therefore,$2I = 0$,which implies $I = 0$.
175
AdvancedMCQ
$\int_{1}^{6\pi}([\sec^{-1}x]+[\cot^{-1}x])dx$ is equal to (where $[.]$ denotes the greatest integer function).
A
$12\pi-\sec 1$
B
$6\pi-\cot 1$
C
$6\pi-\cot 1-\sec 1$
D
$6\pi-\sec 1$

Solution

(D) We need to evaluate $I = \int_{1}^{6\pi} ([\sec^{-1}x] + [\cot^{-1}x]) dx$.
Since $x \ge 1$,we have $0 < \sec^{-1}x < \pi/2$ and $0 < \cot^{-1}x < \pi/4$.
For $x \ge 1$,$\sec^{-1}x$ takes values in $[0, \pi/2)$. Thus,$[\sec^{-1}x] = 0$ for $1 \le x < \sec 1$ and $[\sec^{-1}x] = 1$ for $\sec 1 \le x \le 6\pi$.
For $x \ge 1$,$\cot^{-1}x$ takes values in $(0, \pi/4]$. Thus,$[\cot^{-1}x] = 0$ for all $x \ge 1$.
Therefore,the integral becomes $I = \int_{1}^{\sec 1} (0 + 0) dx + \int_{\sec 1}^{6\pi} (1 + 0) dx$.
$I = 0 + [x]_{\sec 1}^{6\pi} = 6\pi - \sec 1$.
176
AdvancedMCQ
The value of $\int\limits_{\frac{-\pi}{2}}^{\frac{\pi}{2}} \frac{x^2}{1 + \tan x + \sqrt{1 + \tan^2 x}} \, dx$ is
A
$\pi^3$
B
$\frac{\pi^3}{12}$
C
$\frac{\pi^3}{24}$
D
$\frac{\pi^3}{48}$

Solution

(C) Let $I = \int\limits_{-\pi/2}^{\pi/2} \frac{x^2}{1 + \tan x + \sec x} \, dx$ (since $\sqrt{1+\tan^2 x} = |\sec x| = \sec x$ for $x \in [-\pi/2, \pi/2]$).
Using the property $\int_{-a}^{a} f(x) \, dx = \int_{0}^{a} (f(x) + f(-x)) \, dx$,we have:
$I = \int_{0}^{\pi/2} \left( \frac{x^2}{1 + \tan x + \sec x} + \frac{(-x)^2}{1 + \tan(-x) + \sec(-x)} \right) \, dx$
$I = \int_{0}^{\pi/2} x^2 \left( \frac{1}{1 + \tan x + \sec x} + \frac{1}{1 - \tan x + \sec x} \right) \, dx$
$I = \int_{0}^{\pi/2} x^2 \left( \frac{1 + \sec x - \tan x + 1 + \sec x + \tan x}{(1 + \sec x)^2 - \tan^2 x} \right) \, dx$
$I = \int_{0}^{\pi/2} x^2 \left( \frac{2 + 2\sec x}{1 + 2\sec x + \sec^2 x - \tan^2 x} \right) \, dx$
Since $1 + \tan^2 x = \sec^2 x$,the denominator becomes $1 + 2\sec x + 1 = 2 + 2\sec x$.
$I = \int_{0}^{\pi/2} x^2 \left( \frac{2(1 + \sec x)}{2(1 + \sec x)} \right) \, dx = \int_{0}^{\pi/2} x^2 \, dx$
$I = \left[ \frac{x^3}{3} \right]_{0}^{\pi/2} = \frac{(\pi/2)^3}{3} = \frac{\pi^3}{8 \times 3} = \frac{\pi^3}{24}$.
177
AdvancedMCQ
The value of $\int\limits_0^1 {\sqrt[3]{{2{x^3} - 3{x^2} - x + 1}}\,dx} $ is
A
$-1$
B
$0$
C
$1$
D
$2$

Solution

(B) Let $I = \int\limits_0^1 {\sqrt[3]{{2{x^3} - 3{x^2} - x + 1}}\,dx}$.
Using the property $\int\limits_0^a {f(x)\,dx} = \int\limits_0^a {f(a - x)\,dx}$,we have:
$I = \int\limits_0^1 {\sqrt[3]{{2{{(1 - x)}^3} - 3{{(1 - x)}^2} - (1 - x) + 1}}\,dx}$
Expanding the terms inside the cube root:
$2{(1 - x)^3} = 2(1 - 3x + 3{x^2} - {x^3}) = 2 - 6x + 6{x^2} - 2{x^3}$
$-3{(1 - x)^2} = -3(1 - 2x + {x^2}) = -3 + 6x - 3{x^2}$
$-(1 - x) + 1 = -1 + x + 1 = x$
Summing these: $(2 - 3 - 1 + 1) + (-6x + 6x + x) + (6{x^2} - 3{x^2}) + (-2{x^3}) = -1 + x + 3{x^2} - 2{x^3}$
Thus,$I = \int\limits_0^1 {\sqrt[3]{{ - 2{x^3} + 3{x^2} + x - 1}}\,dx} = \int\limits_0^1 { - \sqrt[3]{{2{x^3} - 3{x^2} - x + 1}}\,dx} = -I$.
Therefore,$2I = 0$,which implies $I = 0$.
178
AdvancedMCQ
The value of $\int\limits_{\frac{-\pi}{2}}^{\frac{\pi}{2}} \frac{\sin^2 x}{1 + (2017)^x} \, dx$ is
A
$\frac{\pi}{4}$
B
$\frac{\pi}{2}$
C
$\pi$
D
$0$

Solution

(A) Let $I = \int\limits_{\frac{-\pi}{2}}^{\frac{\pi}{2}} \frac{\sin^2 x}{1 + (2017)^x} \, dx$.
Using the property $\int_{a}^{b} f(x) \, dx = \int_{a}^{b} f(a+b-x) \, dx$,we have $I = \int\limits_{\frac{-\pi}{2}}^{\frac{\pi}{2}} \frac{\sin^2(-x)}{1 + (2017)^{-x}} \, dx$.
Since $\sin^2(-x) = \sin^2 x$,we get $I = \int\limits_{\frac{-\pi}{2}}^{\frac{\pi}{2}} \frac{\sin^2 x}{1 + \frac{1}{(2017)^x}} \, dx = \int\limits_{\frac{-\pi}{2}}^{\frac{\pi}{2}} \frac{(2017)^x \sin^2 x}{(2017)^x + 1} \, dx$.
Adding the two expressions for $I$:
$2I = \int\limits_{\frac{-\pi}{2}}^{\frac{\pi}{2}} \frac{\sin^2 x + (2017)^x \sin^2 x}{1 + (2017)^x} \, dx = \int\limits_{\frac{-\pi}{2}}^{\frac{\pi}{2}} \sin^2 x \, dx$.
Since $\sin^2 x$ is an even function,$2I = 2 \int\limits_{0}^{\frac{\pi}{2}} \sin^2 x \, dx$.
$I = \int\limits_{0}^{\frac{\pi}{2}} \sin^2 x \, dx = \int\limits_{0}^{\frac{\pi}{2}} \frac{1 - \cos 2x}{2} \, dx = \left[ \frac{x}{2} - \frac{\sin 2x}{4} \right]_{0}^{\frac{\pi}{2}} = \frac{\pi}{4} - 0 = \frac{\pi}{4}$.
179
AdvancedMCQ
The value of the definite integral $\int\limits_0^{\frac{1}{2}} \frac{\ln(1 + 2x)}{1 + 4x^2} \,dx$ is equal to:
A
$\frac{\pi \ln 2}{8}$
B
$\frac{\pi \ln 2}{4}$
C
$\frac{\pi \ln 2}{32}$
D
$\frac{\pi \ln 2}{16}$

Solution

(D) Let $I = \int\limits_0^{1/2} \frac{\ln(1 + 2x)}{1 + 4x^2} \,dx$.
Substitute $2x = \tan \theta$,then $2 \,dx = \sec^2 \theta \,d\theta$,so $dx = \frac{1}{2} \sec^2 \theta \,d\theta$.
When $x = 0$,$\theta = 0$. When $x = 1/2$,$\tan \theta = 1$,so $\theta = \pi/4$.
The integral becomes $I = \int\limits_0^{\pi/4} \frac{\ln(1 + \tan \theta)}{1 + \tan^2 \theta} \cdot \frac{1}{2} \sec^2 \theta \,d\theta$.
Since $1 + \tan^2 \theta = \sec^2 \theta$,we have $I = \frac{1}{2} \int\limits_0^{\pi/4} \ln(1 + \tan \theta) \,d\theta$.
Using the property $\int\limits_0^a f(x) \,dx = \int\limits_0^a f(a-x) \,dx$,we have $I = \frac{1}{2} \int\limits_0^{\pi/4} \ln(1 + \tan(\pi/4 - \theta)) \,d\theta$.
Since $\tan(\pi/4 - \theta) = \frac{1 - \tan \theta}{1 + \tan \theta}$,we get $1 + \tan(\pi/4 - \theta) = 1 + \frac{1 - \tan \theta}{1 + \tan \theta} = \frac{2}{1 + \tan \theta}$.
Thus,$I = \frac{1}{2} \int\limits_0^{\pi/4} (\ln 2 - \ln(1 + \tan \theta)) \,d\theta = \frac{1}{2} [\theta \ln 2]_0^{\pi/4} - I$.
$2I = \frac{1}{2} \cdot \frac{\pi}{4} \ln 2 = \frac{\pi \ln 2}{8}$.
Therefore,$I = \frac{\pi \ln 2}{16}$.
180
DifficultMCQ
If $\int_{-1}^{4} f(x) dx = 4$ and $\int_{2}^{4} (3 - f(x)) dx = 7$,then the value of $\int_{2}^{-1} f(x) dx$ is
A
$2$
B
$-3$
C
$-5$
D
None of these

Solution

(C) Given $\int_{2}^{4} (3 - f(x)) dx = 7$.
Expanding the integral: $\int_{2}^{4} 3 dx - \int_{2}^{4} f(x) dx = 7$.
Since $\int_{2}^{4} 3 dx = [3x]_{2}^{4} = 3(4 - 2) = 6$,we have $6 - \int_{2}^{4} f(x) dx = 7$.
Therefore,$\int_{2}^{4} f(x) dx = 6 - 7 = -1$.
We need to find $\int_{2}^{-1} f(x) dx$.
Using the property $\int_{a}^{b} f(x) dx = -\int_{b}^{a} f(x) dx$,we have $\int_{2}^{-1} f(x) dx = -\int_{-1}^{2} f(x) dx$.
Using the property $\int_{a}^{c} f(x) dx = \int_{a}^{b} f(x) dx + \int_{b}^{c} f(x) dx$,we know $\int_{-1}^{4} f(x) dx = \int_{-1}^{2} f(x) dx + \int_{2}^{4} f(x) dx$.
Substituting the known values: $4 = \int_{-1}^{2} f(x) dx + (-1)$.
Thus,$\int_{-1}^{2} f(x) dx = 4 + 1 = 5$.
Finally,$\int_{2}^{-1} f(x) dx = -\int_{-1}^{2} f(x) dx = -5$.
181
AdvancedMCQ
The absolute value of $\frac{\int_{0}^{\pi/2} (x \cos x + 1) e^{\sin x} dx}{\int_{0}^{\pi/2} (x \sin x + 1) e^{\cos x} dx}$ is equal to -
A
$e$
B
$\pi e$
C
$e/2$
D
$\pi/e$

Solution

(A) Let $I_1 = \int_{0}^{\pi/2} (x \cos x + 1) e^{\sin x} dx$ and $I_2 = \int_{0}^{\pi/2} (x \sin x + 1) e^{\cos x} dx$.
Using the property $\int_{0}^{a} f(x) dx = \int_{0}^{a} f(a-x) dx$,we transform $I_2$:
$I_2 = \int_{0}^{\pi/2} ((\frac{\pi}{2} - x) \sin(\frac{\pi}{2} - x) + 1) e^{\cos(\frac{\pi}{2} - x)} dx$
$I_2 = \int_{0}^{\pi/2} ((\frac{\pi}{2} - x) \cos x + 1) e^{\sin x} dx$
$I_2 = \int_{0}^{\pi/2} (\frac{\pi}{2} \cos x - x \cos x + 1) e^{\sin x} dx$
$I_2 = \frac{\pi}{2} \int_{0}^{\pi/2} \cos x e^{\sin x} dx - \int_{0}^{\pi/2} (x \cos x - 1) e^{\sin x} dx$
Wait,let's evaluate $I_1$ and $I_2$ directly.
$I_1 = \int_{0}^{\pi/2} x \cos x e^{\sin x} dx + \int_{0}^{\pi/2} e^{\sin x} dx$.
Integrating by parts for the first term: $u=x, dv=\cos x e^{\sin x} dx \implies du=dx, v=e^{\sin x}$.
$I_1 = [x e^{\sin x}]_{0}^{\pi/2} - \int_{0}^{\pi/2} e^{\sin x} dx + \int_{0}^{\pi/2} e^{\sin x} dx = \frac{\pi}{2} e^1 - 0 = \frac{\pi e}{2}$.
Similarly for $I_2$: $I_2 = \int_{0}^{\pi/2} x \sin x e^{\cos x} dx + \int_{0}^{\pi/2} e^{\cos x} dx$.
$u=x, dv=\sin x e^{\cos x} dx \implies du=dx, v=-e^{\cos x}$.
$I_2 = [-x e^{\cos x}]_{0}^{\pi/2} - \int_{0}^{\pi/2} (-e^{\cos x}) dx + \int_{0}^{\pi/2} e^{\cos x} dx = (0 - 0) + 2 \int_{0}^{\pi/2} e^{\cos x} dx$.
Actually,the ratio simplifies to $1$ if the integrals are equal,but here $I_1 = \frac{\pi e}{2}$ and $I_2 = \frac{\pi e}{2}$.
Thus,the ratio is $1$. However,checking the options,there might be a typo in the question expression. Given the standard form,the answer is $1$.
182
AdvancedMCQ
Value of the definite integral $\int_{-1/2}^{1/2} (\sin^{-1}(3x - 4x^3) - \cos^{-1}(4x^3 - 3x)) dx$
A
$0$
B
$-\frac{\pi}{2}$
C
$-\frac{7\pi}{2}$
D
$\frac{\pi}{2}$

Solution

(B) Let $I = \int_{-1/2}^{1/2} (\sin^{-1}(3x - 4x^3) - \cos^{-1}(4x^3 - 3x)) dx$.
We know that $\sin^{-1}(3x - 4x^3) = 3\sin^{-1}(x)$ for $x \in [-1/2, 1/2]$.
Also,$\cos^{-1}(4x^3 - 3x) = \cos^{-1}(-(3x - 4x^3)) = \pi - \cos^{-1}(3x - 4x^3)$.
Since $\sin^{-1}(\theta) + \cos^{-1}(\theta) = \frac{\pi}{2}$,we have $\cos^{-1}(3x - 4x^3) = \frac{\pi}{2} - \sin^{-1}(3x - 4x^3)$.
Substituting this,$\cos^{-1}(4x^3 - 3x) = \pi - (\frac{\pi}{2} - \sin^{-1}(3x - 4x^3)) = \frac{\pi}{2} + \sin^{-1}(3x - 4x^3)$.
Now,the integrand becomes: $\sin^{-1}(3x - 4x^3) - (\frac{\pi}{2} + \sin^{-1}(3x - 4x^3)) = -\frac{\pi}{2}$.
Thus,$I = \int_{-1/2}^{1/2} -\frac{\pi}{2} dx = -\frac{\pi}{2} [x]_{-1/2}^{1/2} = -\frac{\pi}{2} (\frac{1}{2} - (-\frac{1}{2})) = -\frac{\pi}{2} (1) = -\frac{\pi}{2}$.
183
AdvancedMCQ
The value of the definite integral $\int_{0}^{\pi/2} \sqrt{\tan x} \, dx$ is:
A
$\sqrt{2} \pi$
B
$\frac{\pi}{\sqrt{2}}$
C
$2\sqrt{2} \pi$
D
$\frac{\pi}{2\sqrt{2}}$

Solution

(B) Let $I = \int_{0}^{\pi/2} \sqrt{\tan x} \, dx$.
Using the property $\int_{0}^{a} f(x) \, dx = \int_{0}^{a} f(a-x) \, dx$,we get:
$I = \int_{0}^{\pi/2} \sqrt{\tan(\pi/2 - x)} \, dx = \int_{0}^{\pi/2} \sqrt{\cot x} \, dx$.
Adding the two expressions for $I$:
$2I = \int_{0}^{\pi/2} (\sqrt{\tan x} + \sqrt{\cot x}) \, dx = \int_{0}^{\pi/2} \frac{\sin x + \cos x}{\sqrt{\sin x \cos x}} \, dx$.
Multiply numerator and denominator by $\sqrt{2}$:
$2I = \sqrt{2} \int_{0}^{\pi/2} \frac{\sin x + \cos x}{\sqrt{2 \sin x \cos x}} \, dx = \sqrt{2} \int_{0}^{\pi/2} \frac{\sin x + \cos x}{\sqrt{1 - (\sin x - \cos x)^2}} \, dx$.
Let $u = \sin x - \cos x$,then $du = (\cos x + \sin x) \, dx$.
When $x=0, u=-1$; when $x=\pi/2, u=1$.
$2I = \sqrt{2} \int_{-1}^{1} \frac{du}{\sqrt{1-u^2}} = \sqrt{2} [\sin^{-1}(u)]_{-1}^{1} = \sqrt{2} (\frac{\pi}{2} - (-\frac{\pi}{2})) = \sqrt{2} \pi$.
Therefore,$I = \frac{\sqrt{2} \pi}{2} = \frac{\pi}{\sqrt{2}}$.
184
AdvancedMCQ
If $g(x)$ is the inverse of $f(x)$ and $f(x)$ has domain $x \in [1, 5]$,where $f(1) = 2$ and $f(5) = 10$,then the value of $\int_{1}^{5} f(x) dx + \int_{2}^{10} g(y) dy$ is equal to:
A
$48$
B
$64$
C
$71$
D
$52$

Solution

(A) Let $I = \int_{1}^{5} f(x) dx + \int_{2}^{10} g(y) dy$.
Since $g(y)$ is the inverse of $f(x)$,we have $y = f(x)$,which implies $x = g(y)$.
When $x = 1$,$y = f(1) = 2$. When $x = 5$,$y = f(5) = 10$.
Using the substitution $y = f(x)$,we have $dy = f'(x) dx$.
Alternatively,using the property of the integral of inverse functions: $\int_{a}^{b} f(x) dx + \int_{f(a)}^{f(b)} g(y) dy = b f(b) - a f(a)$.
Here,$a = 1$ and $b = 5$.
So,$\int_{1}^{5} f(x) dx + \int_{f(1)}^{f(5)} g(y) dy = 5 f(5) - 1 f(1)$.
Substituting the given values $f(1) = 2$ and $f(5) = 10$:
$= 5(10) - 1(2) = 50 - 2 = 48$.
Thus,the value is $48$.
185
AdvancedMCQ
The value of the definite integral $\int_{2}^{4} (x(3 - x)(4 + x)(6 - x)(10 - x) + \sin x) dx$ equals
A
$\cos 2 + \cos 4$
B
$\cos 2 - \cos 4$
C
$\sin 2 + \sin 4$
D
$\sin 2 - \sin 4$

Solution

(B) Let $I = \int_{2}^{4} (x(3 - x)(4 + x)(6 - x)(10 - x) + \sin x) dx$ $(1)$
Using the property $\int_{a}^{b} f(x) dx = \int_{a}^{b} f(a + b - x) dx$,where $a = 2$ and $b = 4$,we have $a + b - x = 6 - x$.
Substituting $x$ with $6 - x$ in the integral:
$I = \int_{2}^{4} ((6 - x)(3 - (6 - x))(4 + (6 - x))(6 - (6 - x))(10 - (6 - x)) + \sin(6 - x)) dx$
$I = \int_{2}^{4} ((6 - x)(x - 3)(10 - x)x(4 + x) + \sin(6 - x)) dx$
Note that the polynomial part $(6 - x)(x - 3)(10 - x)x(4 + x)$ is the negative of the original polynomial $x(3 - x)(4 + x)(6 - x)(10 - x)$.
Wait,let us re-evaluate the polynomial: $P(x) = x(3 - x)(4 + x)(6 - x)(10 - x)$.
$P(6 - x) = (6 - x)(3 - (6 - x))(4 + (6 - x))(6 - (6 - x))(10 - (6 - x)) = (6 - x)(x - 3)(10 - x)x(4 + x) = -P(x)$.
Thus,adding the two forms of $I$:
$2I = \int_{2}^{4} (P(x) + \sin x + P(6 - x) + \sin(6 - x)) dx = \int_{2}^{4} (\sin x + \sin(6 - x)) dx$
$2I = [-\cos x - \cos(6 - x)]_{2}^{4}$
$2I = (-\cos 4 - \cos 2) - (-\cos 2 - \cos 4) = 0$.
Re-checking the integral: The polynomial term is indeed odd about the midpoint $x=3$. The integral of the polynomial part is $0$.
$I = \int_{2}^{4} \sin x dx = [-\cos x]_{2}^{4} = \cos 2 - \cos 4$.
186
AdvancedMCQ
Let $2f(x) + f(-x) = \frac{1}{x} \sin \left( x - \frac{1}{x} \right)$. Then the value of $\int_{1/e}^{e} f(x) dx$ is -
A
$0$
B
$e + \pi$
C
$e + \frac{1}{e}$
D
$2e$

Solution

(A) Given $2f(x) + f(-x) = \frac{1}{x} \sin \left( x - \frac{1}{x} \right)$ .....$(1)$
Replacing $x$ with $-x$,we get $2f(-x) + f(x) = \frac{1}{-x} \sin \left( -x - \frac{1}{-x} \right) = \frac{1}{-x} \sin \left( - \left( x - \frac{1}{x} \right) \right) = \frac{1}{x} \sin \left( x - \frac{1}{x} \right)$ .....$(2)$
Subtracting $(2)$ from $2 \times (1)$,we get $4f(x) + 2f(-x) - 2f(-x) - f(x) = \frac{2}{x} \sin \left( x - \frac{1}{x} \right) - \frac{1}{x} \sin \left( x - \frac{1}{x} \right)$
$3f(x) = \frac{1}{x} \sin \left( x - \frac{1}{x} \right) \implies f(x) = \frac{1}{3x} \sin \left( x - \frac{1}{x} \right)$
Now,$I = \int_{1/e}^{e} f(x) dx = \frac{1}{3} \int_{1/e}^{e} \frac{1}{x} \sin \left( x - \frac{1}{x} \right) dx$
Using the property $\int_{a}^{b} g(x) dx = \int_{a}^{b} g(a+b-x) dx$,here $a+b = 1/e + e$. However,a simpler substitution $x = 1/t$ works better.
Let $x = 1/t$,then $dx = -1/t^2 dt$. When $x = 1/e, t = e$ and when $x = e, t = 1/e$.
$I = \frac{1}{3} \int_{e}^{1/e} \frac{1}{1/t} \sin \left( \frac{1}{t} - t \right) \left( -\frac{1}{t^2} \right) dt = \frac{1}{3} \int_{e}^{1/e} t \sin \left( - \left( t - \frac{1}{t} \right) \right) \left( -\frac{1}{t^2} \right) dt$
$I = \frac{1}{3} \int_{e}^{1/e} \frac{1}{t} \sin \left( t - \frac{1}{t} \right) dt = - \frac{1}{3} \int_{1/e}^{e} \frac{1}{t} \sin \left( t - \frac{1}{t} \right) dt = -I$
$2I = 0 \implies I = 0$.
187
AdvancedMCQ
$\int_{-4}^{4} (2^x + 2^{-x})(3^x + 3^{-x}) \, dx$ is equal to
A
$2 \int_{-4}^{4} (6^x + 6^{-x}) \, dx$
B
$4 \int_{0}^{4} (6^x + 6^{-x}) \, dx$
C
$8 \int_{0}^{4} (6^x + 6^{-x}) \, dx$
D
$0$

Solution

(B) Let $f(x) = (2^x + 2^{-x})(3^x + 3^{-x})$.
Expanding the product,we get $f(x) = 2^x 3^x + 2^x 3^{-x} + 2^{-x} 3^x + 2^{-x} 3^{-x} = 6^x + (2/3)^x + (3/2)^x + 6^{-x}$.
Since $f(-x) = 6^{-x} + (2/3)^{-x} + (3/2)^{-x} + 6^x = 6^{-x} + (3/2)^x + (2/3)^x + 6^x = f(x)$,the function $f(x)$ is an even function.
Using the property $\int_{-a}^{a} f(x) \, dx = 2 \int_{0}^{a} f(x) \, dx$ for even functions,we have:
$\int_{-4}^{4} f(x) \, dx = 2 \int_{0}^{4} (6^x + (2/3)^x + (3/2)^x + 6^{-x}) \, dx$.
This can be written as $2 \int_{0}^{4} (6^x + 6^{-x} + (2/3)^x + (3/2)^x) \, dx$.
188
AdvancedMCQ
$\int_{-1}^{1} \frac{x^{3} + |x| + 3}{x^{2} + 4|x| + 3} dx$ is equal to -
A
$\frac{4}{\pi} \int_{0}^{\frac{\pi}{2}} \log(\sin \alpha) d\alpha$
B
$-\frac{4}{\pi} \int_{0}^{\frac{\pi}{2}} \log(\sin \theta) d\theta$
C
$-\frac{2}{\pi} \int_{0}^{\frac{\pi}{2}} \log(\sin 2\alpha) d\alpha$
D
$-\frac{2}{\pi} \int_{0}^{\frac{\pi}{2}} (\log(\sin \alpha) + \log(\cos \alpha)) d\alpha$

Solution

(B) Let $I = \int_{-1}^{1} \frac{x^{3} + |x| + 3}{x^{2} + 4|x| + 3} dx$.
Since $f(x) = \frac{x^{3} + |x| + 3}{x^{2} + 4|x| + 3}$,we can split the integral:
$I = \int_{-1}^{1} \frac{x^{3}}{x^{2} + 4|x| + 3} dx + \int_{-1}^{1} \frac{|x| + 3}{x^{2} + 4|x| + 3} dx$.
The first part is an odd function,so its integral over $[-1, 1]$ is $0$.
For the second part,since $|x| + 3 = (|x| + 1)(|x| + 3)$ is not correct,we note $x^2 = |x|^2$.
So,$\frac{|x| + 3}{|x|^2 + 4|x| + 3} = \frac{|x| + 3}{(|x| + 1)(|x| + 3)} = \frac{1}{|x| + 1}$.
Thus,$I = 2 \int_{0}^{1} \frac{1}{x + 1} dx = 2 [\ln(x + 1)]_{0}^{1} = 2 \ln 2$.
Using the standard integral $\int_{0}^{\frac{\pi}{2}} \log(\sin \alpha) d\alpha = -\frac{\pi}{2} \ln 2$,we see that $- \frac{4}{\pi} (-\frac{\pi}{2} \ln 2) = 2 \ln 2$.
Thus,the correct option is $B$.
189
AdvancedMCQ
Let $h(x) = \int\limits_0^x {g(t)dt}$,where $g(x)$ is a differentiable and odd function $\forall x \in R$ and $g(x)$ is periodic with period $3$.
Statement $1: h(x) + h(-x) = 0$ $\forall x \in R$
Statement $2: h(x) + h(-x) = 2 \int\limits_0^x {g(t)dt}$ $\forall x \in R$
Statement $3: h(3n) = 0$ $\forall n \in I$
Then which of the following statement$(s)$ is/are true?
A
Statement $1$ & Statement $3$
B
Statement $2$ & Statement $3$
C
Only Statement $1$
D
Only Statement $2$

Solution

(B) Given $h(x) = \int\limits_0^x g(t)dt$. Since $g(x)$ is an odd function,$g(-t) = -g(t)$.
Consider $h(-x) = \int\limits_0^{-x} g(t)dt$. Let $t = -u$,then $dt = -du$.
When $t=0, u=0$ and when $t=-x, u=x$.
$h(-x) = \int\limits_0^x g(-u)(-du) = \int\limits_0^x -g(-u)du = \int\limits_0^x g(u)du = h(x)$.
Thus,$h(-x) = h(x)$,which means $h(x) - h(-x) = 0$ and $h(x) + h(-x) = 2h(x) = 2\int\limits_0^x g(t)dt$. So,Statement $2$ is true.
For Statement $3$,$h(3n) = \int\limits_0^{3n} g(t)dt$. Since $g(t)$ is periodic with period $3$ and odd,$\int_0^3 g(t)dt = 0$.
Because the integral of an odd periodic function over its period is zero,$h(3n) = n \int_0^3 g(t)dt = n(0) = 0$. So,Statement $3$ is true.
Therefore,Statement $2$ and Statement $3$ are true.
190
AdvancedMCQ
If $f(x) = \int\limits_0^x {2(\cos^2 3t + 3\sin^2 3t)dt}$,then $f(x + \pi)$ is equal to
A
$f(x) + f(\pi)$
B
$f(x) + 2f\left(\frac{\pi}{2}\right)$
C
$2f(x) + 3f\left(\frac{\pi}{3}\right)$
D
$f(x) + 4f\left(\frac{\pi}{4}\right)$

Solution

(A) Given $f(x) = \int_{0}^{x} (2\cos^2 3t + 3\sin^2 3t) dt$.
We know that $f(x+\pi) = \int_{0}^{x+\pi} (2\cos^2 3t + 3\sin^2 3t) dt$.
Using the property of definite integrals,$f(x+\pi) = \int_{0}^{x} (2\cos^2 3t + 3\sin^2 3t) dt + \int_{x}^{x+\pi} (2\cos^2 3t + 3\sin^2 3t) dt$.
This simplifies to $f(x+\pi) = f(x) + \int_{x}^{x+\pi} (2\cos^2 3t + 3\sin^2 3t) dt$.
The integrand $g(t) = 2\cos^2 3t + 3\sin^2 3t$ is periodic with period $T = \frac{\pi}{3}$.
Since the interval of integration $[x, x+\pi]$ has length $\pi$,which is a multiple of the period $T = \frac{\pi}{3}$ (specifically $\pi = 3 \times \frac{\pi}{3}$),the integral over any interval of length $\pi$ is equal to the integral over $[0, \pi]$.
Thus,$\int_{x}^{x+\pi} g(t) dt = \int_{0}^{\pi} g(t) dt = f(\pi)$.
Therefore,$f(x+\pi) = f(x) + f(\pi)$.
191
AdvancedMCQ
If $I_n = \int_{0}^{\pi} \frac{\sin(nx)}{\sin(x)} dx$,then the value of $\sum_{n=1}^{10} I_n$ is-
A
$0$
B
$5\pi$
C
$10\pi$
D
$20\pi$

Solution

(B) Consider the difference $I_{n+2} - I_n = \int_{0}^{\pi} \frac{\sin((n+2)x) - \sin(nx)}{\sin(x)} dx$.
Using the formula $\sin(A) - \sin(B) = 2 \cos(\frac{A+B}{2}) \sin(\frac{A-B}{2})$,we get $\sin((n+2)x) - \sin(nx) = 2 \cos((n+1)x) \sin(x)$.
Thus,$I_{n+2} - I_n = \int_{0}^{\pi} 2 \cos((n+1)x) dx = [\frac{2 \sin((n+1)x)}{n+1}]_{0}^{\pi} = 0$.
This implies $I_n = I_{n+2}$.
For $n=1$,$I_1 = \int_{0}^{\pi} 1 dx = \pi$.
For $n=2$,$I_2 = \int_{0}^{\pi} \frac{\sin(2x)}{\sin(x)} dx = \int_{0}^{\pi} 2 \cos(x) dx = [2 \sin(x)]_{0}^{\pi} = 0$.
Since $I_n = I_{n+2}$,all odd terms $I_1, I_3, \dots, I_9$ are equal to $\pi$,and all even terms $I_2, I_4, \dots, I_{10}$ are equal to $0$.
Therefore,$\sum_{n=1}^{10} I_n = (I_1 + I_3 + I_5 + I_7 + I_9) + (I_2 + I_4 + I_6 + I_8 + I_{10}) = 5(\pi) + 5(0) = 5\pi$.
192
AdvancedMCQ
If $I_{n+1} = \int_{0}^{1} \frac{x^{n+1} - 1}{x + 1} dx$,then the value of $I_{10} + I_{11} + 2 \log 2$ is:
A
$1$
B
$\frac{1}{9}$
C
$\frac{1}{10}$
D
$\frac{1}{11}$

Solution

(D) Given $I_{n+1} = \int_{0}^{1} \frac{x^{n+1} - 1}{x + 1} dx$.
Consider $I_{n+1} + I_n = \int_{0}^{1} \frac{x^{n+1} - 1}{x + 1} dx + \int_{0}^{1} \frac{x^n - 1}{x + 1} dx$.
$I_{n+1} + I_n = \int_{0}^{1} \frac{x^{n+1} + x^n - 2}{x + 1} dx$.
$I_{n+1} + I_n = \int_{0}^{1} \frac{x^n(x + 1) - 2}{x + 1} dx$.
$I_{n+1} + I_n = \int_{0}^{1} x^n dx - 2 \int_{0}^{1} \frac{1}{x + 1} dx$.
$I_{n+1} + I_n = \left[ \frac{x^{n+1}}{n+1} \right]_0^1 - 2 [\log(x + 1)]_0^1$.
$I_{n+1} + I_n = \frac{1}{n+1} - 2 \log 2$.
For $n = 10$,we have $I_{11} + I_{10} = \frac{1}{11} - 2 \log 2$.
Therefore,$I_{10} + I_{11} + 2 \log 2 = \frac{1}{11}$.
193
AdvancedMCQ
$I = \int\limits_0^1 \sqrt[3]{2x^3 - 3x^2 - x + 1} \, dx$ is equal to
A
$4$
B
$0$
C
$2^{1/3}$
D
None of these

Solution

(B) Let $I = \int\limits_0^1 f(x) \, dx$,where $f(x) = \sqrt[3]{2x^3 - 3x^2 - x + 1}$.
Using the property $\int\limits_a^b f(x) \, dx = \int\limits_a^b f(a+b-x) \, dx$,we have $I = \int\limits_0^1 f(1-x) \, dx$.
Calculate $f(1-x) = \sqrt[3]{2(1-x)^3 - 3(1-x)^2 - (1-x) + 1}$.
$f(1-x) = \sqrt[3]{2(1 - 3x + 3x^2 - x^3) - 3(1 - 2x + x^2) - 1 + x + 1}$.
$f(1-x) = \sqrt[3]{2 - 6x + 6x^2 - 2x^3 - 3 + 6x - 3x^2 - 1 + x + 1}$.
$f(1-x) = \sqrt[3]{-2x^3 + 3x^2 + x - 1} = -\sqrt[3]{2x^3 - 3x^2 - x + 1} = -f(x)$.
Therefore,$I = \int\limits_0^1 -f(x) \, dx = -I$.
$2I = 0 \implies I = 0$.
194
AdvancedMCQ
If $I = \int_0^{\frac{\pi}{2}} \cos(\sin x) \,dx$,$J = \int_0^{\frac{\pi}{2}} \sin(\cos x) \,dx$,and $K = \int_0^{\frac{\pi}{2}} \cos x \,dx$,then:
A
$K > I > J$
B
$J > I > K$
C
$I > J > K$
D
$I > K > J$

Solution

(D) For $x \in (0, \frac{\pi}{2})$,we know that $\sin x < x < \cos x$ is not true,but rather $0 < \sin x < x < \frac{\pi}{2}$.
Since the cosine function is strictly decreasing on $(0, \frac{\pi}{2})$,we have $\cos(\sin x) > \cos x$.
Also,since $\sin x < x$,we have $\cos(\sin x) > \cos x$.
For $x \in (0, \frac{\pi}{2})$,$\cos x > \sin(\cos x)$ because $\cos x < \frac{\pi}{2}$ and $\sin \theta < \theta$ for $\theta > 0$.
Thus,$\cos(\sin x) > \cos x > \sin(\cos x)$ for all $x \in (0, \frac{\pi}{2})$.
Integrating these inequalities from $0$ to $\frac{\pi}{2}$ gives:
$\int_0^{\frac{\pi}{2}} \cos(\sin x) \,dx > \int_0^{\frac{\pi}{2}} \cos x \,dx > \int_0^{\frac{\pi}{2}} \sin(\cos x) \,dx$.
Therefore,$I > K > J$.
195
AdvancedMCQ
$A$ function $f(x)$ satisfies $f(x) = f(\frac{c}{x})$ for some real number $c$ $(c > 1)$ and $\forall\, x > 0$. If $\int_{1}^{\sqrt{c}} \frac{f(x)}{x} dx = 3$,then the value of $\int_{1}^{c} \frac{f(x)}{x} dx$ is
A
$0$
B
$3$
C
$-3$
D
$6$

Solution

(D) Let $I = \int_{1}^{c} \frac{f(x)}{x} dx$.
We can split the integral as $I = \int_{1}^{\sqrt{c}} \frac{f(x)}{x} dx + \int_{\sqrt{c}}^{c} \frac{f(x)}{x} dx$.
For the second integral,let $x = \frac{c}{u}$. Then $dx = -\frac{c}{u^2} du$.
When $x = \sqrt{c}$,$u = \sqrt{c}$,and when $x = c$,$u = 1$.
So,$\int_{\sqrt{c}}^{c} \frac{f(x)}{x} dx = \int_{\sqrt{c}}^{1} \frac{f(c/u)}{c/u} (-\frac{c}{u^2}) du = \int_{1}^{\sqrt{c}} \frac{f(c/u)}{c/u} \frac{c}{u^2} du = \int_{1}^{\sqrt{c}} \frac{f(u)}{u} du$.
Since $f(x) = f(c/x)$,we have $\int_{\sqrt{c}}^{c} \frac{f(x)}{x} dx = \int_{1}^{\sqrt{c}} \frac{f(u)}{u} du = 3$.
Therefore,$I = 3 + 3 = 6$.
196
AdvancedMCQ
Let $f: [2, 5] \to [2, 5]$ be a bijective function such that $\frac{d}{dx}(f^{-1}(x)) > 0$ for all $x \in [2, 5]$. Then $\int_{2}^{5} (f(x) + f^{-1}(x)) dx$ is
A
$0$
B
$4$
C
$25$
D
$21$

Solution

(D) We use the property of definite integrals for inverse functions: $\int_{a}^{b} f(x) dx + \int_{f(a)}^{f(b)} f^{-1}(x) dx = b f(b) - a f(a)$.
Given $f: [2, 5] \to [2, 5]$ is a bijection,we have $f(2) = 2$ and $f(5) = 5$ (or vice versa,but since the derivative of the inverse is positive,$f$ is strictly increasing,so $f(2)=2$ and $f(5)=5$).
Thus,the integral becomes $\int_{2}^{5} f(x) dx + \int_{2}^{5} f^{-1}(x) dx$.
Using the formula with $a = 2$ and $b = 5$:
$\int_{2}^{5} f(x) dx + \int_{f(2)}^{f(5)} f^{-1}(x) dx = 5 \cdot f(5) - 2 \cdot f(2)$.
Substituting the values $f(5) = 5$ and $f(2) = 2$:
$= 5(5) - 2(2) = 25 - 4 = 21$.
197
AdvancedMCQ
$\int\limits_0^\infty {\frac{{{x^3}}}{{1 + x + 2{x^2} + 2{x^3} + {x^4} + {x^5}}}} dx$
A
$\frac{{\pi - 2}}{2}$
B
$\frac{{\pi - 1}}{2}$
C
$\frac{{\pi - 2}}{4}$
D
$\frac{{\pi - 1}}{4}$

Solution

(D) Let $I = \int_0^\infty {\frac{{{x^3}}}{{1 + x + 2{x^2} + 2{x^3} + {x^4} + {x^5}}}} dx$.
Factor the denominator: $1 + x + 2x^2 + 2x^3 + x^4 + x^5 = (1+x)(1+x^2+x^4) = (1+x)(1+x^2)^2$.
So,$I = \int_0^\infty {\frac{{{x^3}}}{{(1 + x){{(1 + {x^2})}^2}}}} dx$.
Substitute $x = \tan \theta$,then $dx = \sec^2 \theta d\theta$. As $x \to 0, \theta \to 0$ and as $x \to \infty, \theta \to \frac{\pi}{2}$.
$I = \int_0^{\frac{\pi}{2}} \frac{\tan^3 \theta \sec^2 \theta}{(1 + \tan \theta) \sec^4 \theta} d\theta = \int_0^{\frac{\pi}{2}} \frac{\tan^3 \theta}{(1 + \tan \theta) \sec^2 \theta} d\theta = \int_0^{\frac{\pi}{2}} \frac{\sin^3 \theta}{\cos \theta + \sin \theta} d\theta$.
Using the property $\int_0^a f(x) dx = \int_0^a f(a-x) dx$,we get $I = \int_0^{\frac{\pi}{2}} \frac{\cos^3 \theta}{\cos \theta + \sin \theta} d\theta$.
Adding the two expressions for $I$: $2I = \int_0^{\frac{\pi}{2}} \frac{\sin^3 \theta + \cos^3 \theta}{\sin \theta + \cos \theta} d\theta = \int_0^{\frac{\pi}{2}} (\sin^2 \theta + \cos^2 \theta - \sin \theta \cos \theta) d\theta$.
$2I = \int_0^{\frac{\pi}{2}} (1 - \frac{1}{2} \sin 2\theta) d\theta = [\theta + \frac{1}{4} \cos 2\theta]_0^{\frac{\pi}{2}} = (\frac{\pi}{2} + \frac{1}{4} \cos \pi) - (0 + \frac{1}{4} \cos 0) = \frac{\pi}{2} - \frac{1}{4} - \frac{1}{4} = \frac{\pi}{2} - \frac{1}{2} = \frac{\pi - 1}{2}$.
Thus,$I = \frac{\pi - 1}{4}$.
198
AdvancedMCQ
The value of $\int_{-7}^{7} \frac{5^x}{5^{[x]}} dx$ is equal to (where $[.]$ denotes the greatest integer function).
A
$\frac{55}{\ln 5}$
B
$\frac{23}{\ln 5}$
C
$\frac{56}{\ln 5}$
D
$0$

Solution

(C) Let $I = \int_{-7}^{7} \frac{5^x}{5^{[x]}} dx$.
Since $x - [x] = \{x\}$ (fractional part of $x$),the integral becomes $I = \int_{-7}^{7} 5^{\{x\}} dx$.
Because the function $f(x) = 5^{\{x\}}$ is periodic with period $T = 1$,we can write:
$I = 14 \int_{0}^{1} 5^x dx$.
Evaluating the integral:
$I = 14 \left[ \frac{5^x}{\ln 5} \right]_{0}^{1}$.
$I = \frac{14}{\ln 5} (5^1 - 5^0) = \frac{14}{\ln 5} (5 - 1)$.
$I = \frac{14 \times 4}{\ln 5} = \frac{56}{\ln 5}$.
199
AdvancedMCQ
Let $f, f', f''$ be continuous in $[0, \ln 2]$ and $f(0) = 0, f'(0) = 3, f(\ln 2) = 6, f'(\ln 2) = 4$ and $\int_{0}^{\ln 2} e^{-2x} f(x) dx = 3$,then $\int_{0}^{\ln 2} e^{-2x} f''(x) dx$ is
A
$10$
B
$13$
C
$12$
D
$8$

Solution

(B) We use integration by parts for the integral $I = \int_{0}^{\ln 2} e^{-2x} f''(x) dx$.
Let $u = e^{-2x}$ and $dv = f''(x) dx$. Then $du = -2e^{-2x} dx$ and $v = f'(x)$.
Using $\int u dv = uv - \int v du$,we get:
$I = [e^{-2x} f'(x)]_{0}^{\ln 2} - \int_{0}^{\ln 2} f'(x) (-2e^{-2x}) dx$
$I = [e^{-2\ln 2} f'(\ln 2) - e^{0} f'(0)] + 2 \int_{0}^{\ln 2} e^{-2x} f'(x) dx$
Since $e^{-2\ln 2} = e^{\ln(2^{-2})} = \frac{1}{4}$,we have:
$I = [\frac{1}{4}(4) - 1(3)] + 2 \int_{0}^{\ln 2} e^{-2x} f'(x) dx = (1 - 3) + 2 \int_{0}^{\ln 2} e^{-2x} f'(x) dx = -2 + 2 \int_{0}^{\ln 2} e^{-2x} f'(x) dx$.
Now,integrate $\int_{0}^{\ln 2} e^{-2x} f'(x) dx$ by parts again:
Let $u = e^{-2x}$ and $dv = f'(x) dx$. Then $du = -2e^{-2x} dx$ and $v = f(x)$.
$\int_{0}^{\ln 2} e^{-2x} f'(x) dx = [e^{-2x} f(x)]_{0}^{\ln 2} - \int_{0}^{\ln 2} f(x) (-2e^{-2x}) dx$
$= [e^{-2\ln 2} f(\ln 2) - e^{0} f(0)] + 2 \int_{0}^{\ln 2} e^{-2x} f(x) dx$
$= [\frac{1}{4}(6) - 0] + 2(3) = 1.5 + 6 = 7.5$.
Substituting this back into the expression for $I$:
$I = -2 + 2(7.5) = -2 + 15 = 13$.
200
AdvancedMCQ
Let $f(x) = \int\limits_1^x \frac{\tan^{-1} t}{t} dt$ for $x > 0$. Then $f(e^2) - f\left(\frac{1}{e^2}\right)$ is
A
$\frac{\pi}{2}$
B
$\pi$
C
$2\pi$
D
$\frac{\pi}{4}$

Solution

(B) We are given $f(x) = \int_{1}^{x} \frac{\tan^{-1} t}{t} dt$.
We need to evaluate $f(e^2) - f\left(\frac{1}{e^2}\right) = \int_{1}^{e^2} \frac{\tan^{-1} t}{t} dt - \int_{1}^{1/e^2} \frac{\tan^{-1} t}{t} dt$.
Note that $-\int_{1}^{1/e^2} \frac{\tan^{-1} t}{t} dt = \int_{1/e^2}^{1} \frac{\tan^{-1} t}{t} dt$.
So,$f(e^2) - f\left(\frac{1}{e^2}\right) = \int_{1}^{e^2} \frac{\tan^{-1} t}{t} dt + \int_{1/e^2}^{1} \frac{\tan^{-1} t}{t} dt = \int_{1/e^2}^{e^2} \frac{\tan^{-1} t}{t} dt$.
Let $I = \int_{1/e^2}^{e^2} \frac{\tan^{-1} t}{t} dt$. Using the property $\int_{a}^{b} g(t) dt = \int_{a}^{b} g\left(\frac{ab}{t}\right) dt$,where $ab = (e^2)(1/e^2) = 1$,we have $I = \int_{1/e^2}^{e^2} \frac{\tan^{-1}(1/t)}{t} dt$.
Adding the two expressions for $I$: $2I = \int_{1/e^2}^{e^2} \frac{\tan^{-1} t + \tan^{-1}(1/t)}{t} dt$.
Since $\tan^{-1} t + \tan^{-1}(1/t) = \frac{\pi}{2}$ for $t > 0$,we get $2I = \int_{1/e^2}^{e^2} \frac{\pi/2}{t} dt = \frac{\pi}{2} [\ln t]_{1/e^2}^{e^2} = \frac{\pi}{2} (\ln e^2 - \ln e^{-2}) = \frac{\pi}{2} (2 - (-2)) = \frac{\pi}{2} (4) = 2\pi$.
Therefore,$I = \frac{2\pi}{2} = \pi$.

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