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For each integral, state whether it is proper or improper. If it is improper, identify the reason.
a) \(\int_1^\infty \frac{1}{x^2}\,\text{d}x\)
b) \(\int_0^2 \frac{1}{\sqrt{x}}\,\text{d}x\)
c) \(\int_1^3 \ln x\,\text{d}x\)
Hints
- Check both the interval endpoints and the behavior of the integrand on the interval.
- A finite interval does not automatically make an integral proper.
Solution
1. In a), the upper limit is infinite, so the integral is improper.
2. In b), the integrand is unbounded at the finite endpoint \(x=0\), so the integral is improper.
3. In c), both limits are finite and \(\ln x\) is continuous on \([1,3]\), so the integral is proper.
Answer
a) Improper because the interval is unbounded.
b) Improper because the integrand is unbounded at \(x=0\).
c) Proper.
