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A-LevelMathematicsIntegration9709/33 · Oct/Nov 2022 · Q35 Marks

Find the exact value of ∫(from 0 to π/4) x sec²x dx.

  1. Find the exact value of ∫(from 0 to π/4) x sec²x dx.[5]

Mark scheme

Marking points from the official mark scheme (Oct/Nov 2022). The mark or mark type is shown in brackets.

  1. *M1 Commence integration by parts and reach x tan x - ∫ tan x .1 dx
  2. M1 Use a correct method to integrate tan x
  3. A1 Obtain integral x tan x - ln sec x , or equivalent
  4. DM1 Use limits correctly, having integrated twice
  5. A1 Obtain answer (1/4)π - (1/2)ln 2, or exact equivalent

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Topic
Integration, A-Level Mathematics (syllabus 9709). Structured question, 5 marks.
Source
A-Level Mathematics, Oct/Nov 2022 Paper 3 Variant 3, question 3.

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