Manipal MET2011MathematicsIndefinite Integration
If 2 x+3 (x+1)(x-3) = a x+1 + b x-3 , then a+b is equal to
Options
- A1
- B2
- C9 / 4
- D-1 / 4
Correct answer
B. 2
Step-by-step solution
Given that, aligned & 2 x+3 (x+1)(x-3) = a (x+1) + b (x-3) & (2 x+3)=a(x-3)+b(x+1) aligned On comparing the coefficient of x and constant, we get aligned & 2=a+b and 3=-3 a+b & a=- 1 4 and b= 9 4 aligned a+b=- 1 4 + 9 4 =2