Evaluate the value of the definite integral using the First Fundamental Theorem of Calculus. 8. $int_{-1}^{2} (frac{3}{x^2} - 1)dx$
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Step 1:** Find the antiderivative of the function \(3/x^2\): \[ \int \frac{3}{x^2} dx = -3x^{-1} = -\frac{3}{x} \] ** Show more…
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