What is a definite integral?

1 Answer
Sep 10, 2014

A definite integral is when you integrate a function over a specified interval. When completed you have a definite answer.

Definite Integral because it is bounded

int_0^1 3xdx evaluates to [(3(1)^2)/2 - (3(0)^2)/2] = 3/2 - 0 = 3/2=1.5

Indefinite Integral because it is not bounded

int 3x dx evaluates to (3x^2)/2 + C