Evaluating Definite Integrals by Finding Antiderivatives
General
Grade 12
Question:
Evaluate $$\int_{0}^{\ln 2} \frac{e^x}{1+e^x} dx$$
Step-by-Step Solution
Key Concept: General
Solution:<br>$1 + e^x = t \implies e^x dx = dt$<br>$x = 0 \implies t = 2$<br>$x = \ln 2 \implies t = 1 + 2 = 3$<br>$$\int_{2}^{3} \frac{dt}{t} \implies (\ln |t|)_2^3 = \ln \left( \frac{3}{2} \right)$$
Correct Answer: \ln \left( \frac{3}{2} \right)