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Let $F(x) = \int_{0}^{x^2} \frac{e^{t-4} - \cos(t-4)}{t^2 - 16} \, dt$ . Using differentials, the approximate value of $F(2.04) - F(2)$ is:

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A.
0.01
B.
0.02
C.
0.04
D.
0.08

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Concepts Behind This Question

Approximation via Differentials|Newton-Leibniz Formula with variable limits|Limit Existence at Discontinuity

Why This Question Is Tricky

Common Mistakes

This question tests the approximation of functions using differentials combined with the Newton-Leibniz rule for differentiating integrals with variable limits.

The 'Lethal Collision' occurs because the integrand has a removable discontinuity exactly at the point of evaluation ( $t=4$ ).

Students often apply the Leibniz rule blindly, resulting in an undefined $0/0$ expression, which leads them to abandon the method or guess incorrectly.

To succeed, the student must recognize that the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus applies to the continuous extension of the integrand, requiring them to evaluate the limit of the integrand as $t \to 4$ before completing the differential approximation.

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Question Information

Subject	Mathematics
Chapter	Application of Derivatives - Class 12
Concept	Approximation via Differentials
Difficulty	8
Cognitive Load	7
Target Solve Time	160 sec
Access	Free