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The area of the region bounded by the curves \( y = |x - 2| \), \( x = 1 \), \( x = 3 \) and the x-axis is

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Always split modulus functions at the point where expression becomes zero.
Updated On: Apr 22, 2026
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The Correct Option is A

Solution and Explanation

Concept: \[ y = |x-2| \] Graph is V-shaped with vertex at \(x=2\).

Step 1:
Split interval.
From \(x=1\) to \(2\): \(y = 2 - x\)
From \(x=2\) to \(3\): \(y = x - 2\)

Step 2:
Compute area.
\[ \int_1^2 (2-x)\,dx = \frac{1}{2} \] \[ \int_2^3 (x-2)\,dx = \frac{1}{2} \]

Step 3:
Total area.
\[ = \frac{1}{2} + \frac{1}{2} = 1 \]
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