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To evaluate the definite integral 

\[
\int_{2}^{3} (x^2 + 3) \, dx
\]

using the limit definition, we use Riemann sums.

### Step 1: Set Up the Riemann Sum
The integral of \( f(x) = x^2 + 3 \) from \( x = 2 \) to \( x = 3 \) can be approximated by dividing the interval \([2, 3]\) into \( n \) subintervals, each of width

\[
\Delta x = \frac{3 - 2}{n} = \frac{1}{n}.
\]

For each subinterval \( i \) (where \( i = 1, 2, \dots, n \)), we choose a sample point \( x_i^* \) in the interval. Typically, we use the right endpoint:

\[
x_i^* = 2 + i \cdot \Delta x = 2 + \frac{i}{n}.
\]

### Step 2: Write the Riemann Sum
The Riemann sum for this function over \([2, 3]\) is:

\[
\sum_{i=1}^{n} f(x_i^*) \cdot \Delta x = \sum_{i=1}^{n} \left( \left(2 + \frac{i}{n}\right)^2 + 3 \right) \cdot \frac{1}{n}.
\]

### Step 3: Expand and Simplify \( f(x_i^*) \)
Now, evaluate \( f(x_i^*) = \left(2 + \frac{i}{n}\right)^2 + 3 \):

1. Expanding \( \left(2 + \frac{i}{n}\right)^2 \):
   \[
   \left(2 + \frac{i}{n}\right)^2 = 4 + \frac{4i}{n} + \frac{i^2}{n^2}.
   \]

2. Adding 3:
   \[
   f(x_i^*) = \left(4 + \frac{4i}{n} + \frac{i^2}{n^2}\right) + 3 = 7 + \frac{4i}{n} + \frac{i^2}{n^2}.
   \]

### Step 4: Substitute into the Riemann Sum
The Riemann sum becomes:

\[
\sum_{i=1}^{n} \left(7 + \frac{4i}{n} + \frac{i^2}{n^2}\right) \cdot \frac{1}{n}.
\]

Expanding this, we get:

\[
\sum_{i=1}^{n} \frac{7}{n} + \sum_{i=1}^{n} \frac{4i}{n^2} + \sum_{i=1}^{n} \frac{i^2}{n^3}.
\]

### Step 5: Use Summation Formulas
Now, apply summation formulas for \( \sum_{i=1}^{n} i \) and \( \sum_{i=1}^{n} i^2 \):

1. \(\sum_{i=1}^{n} 1 = n\),
2. \(\sum_{i=1}^{n} i = \frac{n(n+1)}{2}\),
3. \(\sum_{i=1}^{n} i^2 = \frac{n(n+1)(2n+1)}{6}\).

### Step 6: Take the Limit
Now, let \( n \to \infty \) and evaluate the resulting expression to find the exact value of the integral.

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### Follow-Up Questions:
1. How does using the limit definition help us understand the concept of an integral?
2. What are other methods to evaluate a definite integral besides the limit definition?
3. How do Riemann sums change if we use left or midpoint sample points instead of the right endpoint?
4. How does the limit process refine the approximation of area under the curve?
5. Could this integral be solved more easily using the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus?

### Tip:
Riemann sums and limits provide a foundational understanding of integrals, especially useful in visualizing area under curves and approximating values.

Evaluate the definite integral by the limit definition: ∫ from 2 to 3 of (x^2 + 3) dx

Learn how to evaluate the definite integral of x^2 + 3 from 2 to 3 using the limit definition. This solution explains Riemann sums, the limit process, and key summation formulas for an in-depth calculus understanding. Suitable for high school students in Grades 11-12.

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