Suppose in general a pair of functions

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The discussion revolves around the differentiation of two functions defined by integrals, specifically F(x) and G(x), and the computation of H(x) as the difference between G(x) and the derivative of F(x). Participants are seeking clarification on the correct application of differentiation techniques in this context.

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  • One participant presents the functions F(x) and G(x) and expresses confusion about differentiating F(x) with respect to x, questioning whether to differentiate the integrand alone.
  • Another participant seeks clarification on the integral definitions, suggesting that the original post may have omitted the differential dt in the integrals.
  • A participant confirms the correction of the original post regarding the inclusion of dt in the integrals.
  • One participant references "LaGrange's Formula" for finding the derivative of an integral with variable limits, while another corrects this to "Leibniz' formula."
  • A later reply humorously acknowledges the mix-up between the names of the formulas.

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Participants generally agree on the need for clarification regarding the differentiation of the integrals, but there is no consensus on the correct terminology for the differentiation formula, leading to some confusion.

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There are unresolved aspects regarding the application of differentiation techniques, particularly in the context of variable limits and the specific forms of the integrals presented.

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Suppose in general that we have two functions

[tex] <br /> F(x)= \int_{0}^{cos x}e^{xt^2} dt[/tex]
[tex] G(x)= \int_{0}^{cos x}\(t^2e^{xt^2} dt[/tex]
[tex] H(x) = G(x) - F'(x)[/tex]

Where, I need to prove that
[tex] H(\frac{\pi}{4}) = e^\frac{\pi}{8}/\sqrt{2}[/tex]

Okay, so far I have computed the integrals of both of these functions, where I am confused is when computing [tex]F'(x)[/tex] do I differentiate the integrand with respect to x only, and then simply subtract the two functions. Sorry for the edit, I left off the [tex]dt[/tex] for both integrals. Any help would be appreciated!
 
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Flyboy27 said:
Suppose in general that we have two functions

[tex] <br /> F(x)= \int_{0}^{cos x}e^{xt^2} [/tex]
[tex] G(x)= \int_{0}^{cos x}\(t^2e^{xt^2} [/tex]

These integrals are a bit confusing. Are they supposed to be, for example:
[tex]F(x)= \int_{0}^{cos x}e^{xt^2} dt[/tex]

Or something different?
 
Yes I corrected the original post, sorry I left off the [tex]dt[/tex] for both integrals.
 
To find the derivative, with respect to x, of [itex]F(x)= \int_{0}^{cos x}e^{xt^2}dt[/itex], use "LaGrange's Formula" [tex]\frac{d\int_{a(x)}^{b(x)} f(x,t)dt}{dx}= \int_{a(x)}^{b(x)} \frac{\partial f(x,t)}{\partial x} dt+ F(b(x))\frac{db}{dx}- F(a(x)\frac{da}{dx}[/itex].[/tex]
 
You did mean Leibniz' formula, HallsofIvy?
 
I am always making that mistake. Do you suppose I could convince them to swap names?
 

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