Area Under the Curve
Area and properties
Grade 12

Question:

<p>Let \(A(t)=\int_0^t\sqrt{1+x^2}\,dx\). Which are true? [MAU040]</p>
A(t) is an increasing function of t for t≥0
A(t) = t√(1+t^2) for all t
A'(t) = √(1+t^2)
A(0) = 0

Step-by-Step Solution

Key Concept: A'(t) = \sqrt{1+t^2} > 0 \to A is strictly increasing. A(0) = \int_0^0 = 0. B is wrong (no closed form that simple).
<div class='solution'> <p><strong>A:</strong> $A'(t)=\sqrt{1+t^2}>0$. So $A$ is strictly increasing. ✓</p> <p><strong>B:</strong> $A(t)=\int_0^t\sqrt{1+x^2}dx\ne t\sqrt{1+t^2}$ in general. ✗ (the integral has no elementary closed form this simple)</p> <p><strong>C:</strong> By FTC: $A'(t)=\sqrt{1+t^2}$. ✓</p> <p><strong>D:</strong> $A(0)=\int_0^0\sqrt{1+x^2}dx=0$. ✓</p> </div>
Correct Answer: ['A', 'C', 'D']

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