Q: What is the contour integral ∮_C z² dz along the path C from −1 + j to 5 + 3j and composed of two straight-line segments, the first from −1 + j to 5 + j and the second from 5 + j to 5 + 3j?
(a)−4 + (196/3) j
(b)−4 − (196/3) j
(c)4 − (196/3) j
(d)4 + (196/3) j
Correct Answer: (a)
The correct answer is (c): 4 − (196/3) j. Subject: General Studies | Sub-topic: Miscellaneous Note: This answer was determined through AI-based research. Verify against the official answer key when available.