AP Calculus BCeasymcq1 pt
Distance traveled by a particle over [a, b] is
A.∫ₐᵇ |r′(t)| dt
B.∫ₐᵇ r′(t) dt
C.|r(b) − r(a)|
D.∫ₐᵇ r(t) dt
Explanation
Core Concept
Distance integrates speed.
Correct Answer
A∫ₐᵇ |r′(t)| dt
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