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If we do not write the absolute value for integration where the result is in terms of ln in HSC, would I lose marks???
 
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If it doesn't affect the integral as a whole you shouldn't, but you should include them. If you're evaluating functions and it happens that you have negative x you'll need to take the absolute values with you.
 

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If it doesn't affect the integral as a whole you shouldn't, but you should include them. If you're evaluating functions and it happens that you have negative x you'll need to take the absolute values with you.
alright then. Instead of using normal curved brackets, ( and ), I will get into the habit of using ln|x| instead of ln(x).
 

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alright then. Instead of using normal curved brackets, ( and ), I will get into the habit of using ln|x| instead of ln(x).
Hmm from what I've heard 3u dont worry, 4u put them in.

But my 4u teacher says don't worry about them. Weird haha, don't think it's necessary though (haven't seen a q that actually needed it)
 

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Hmm from what I've heard 3u dont worry, 4u put them in.

But my 4u teacher says don't worry about them. Weird haha, don't think it's necessary though (haven't seen a q that actually needed it)
nah you definitely wont lose marks, its just a technicality
 
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The fact that we see that they are from the 80s suggest that HSC examiners care less about its subtlety nowadays.
 

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Of course, if I get a question that requires it, then I will instantly realise that I need to take absolute value, but I am guessing it is not absolutely necessary if you don't have limits either.
 

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