Area bounded by curve y=x ,x=e,y=1/x with positive x axis

Question

The area of the region enclosed by the curves y = x, x = e, y =1/x and the positive x-axis is

(A) 1/2 square units

(B) 1 square units

(C) 3/2 square units

(D) 5/2 square units

Answer 1

The correct option is (C) 3/2 square units.

Explanation:

Required area = OAB + ACDB