A definite integral of a positive function between two limits gives
Athe area beneath it
Bthe tangent slope
Cthe maximum value
Dthe turning point
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. the area beneath it
Integrals are used to calculate areas, and for a positive function the integral measures area under the curve.
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