Solve the Problem $\int _ { 0 } ^ { \pi / 2 } \sin x \cos x \mathrm { dx }$

question 94

Short Answer

Solve the problem.
-(a) What area does the integral $\int _ { 0 } ^ { \pi / 2 } \sin x \cos x \mathrm { dx }$ represent?
(b) Use a graphing utility to approximate the area to three decimal places.

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Definitions:

Capital Budgeting Decision

The process by which a business determines whether projects such as investments in equipment or new products are worth pursuing.

Cost of Capital

The rate of return that a company must earn on its investment projects to maintain its market value and attract funds.

Bond's Yield

The return an investor realizes on a bond, calculated as the interest or dividends received divided by the price of the bond.

Cost of Capital

The rate of return a company must earn on its investments to maintain its market value and satisfy its shareholders and creditors.