Let and be differentiable functions on an interval

MATHEMATICS · Multi-part · AP · Calculus AB · Integration and Accumulation of Change · Integration and Accumulation of Change

Problem

Let ff and gg be differentiable functions on an interval II, and consider the function h(x)=3f(x)−7g(x)h(x)=3f(x)-7g(x). (a) Provide a clear verbal justification, based on properties of derivatives and integrals, that an antiderivative of hh can be constructed from antiderivatives of ff and gg. Your explanation should cite the relationship between differentiation and antidifferentiation without merely restating definitions. (b) Suppose F′(x)=f(x)F'(x)=f(x) and G′(x)=g(x)G'(x)=g(x) for all xx in II. Write a general expression for an antiderivative HH of hh in terms of FF, GG, and any necessary constant(s) of integration.

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