Problem with the expansion of integration by parts

In summary, while exploring integration by parts, the conversation discusses the possibility of expanding the expression further and the use of non-standard notation to avoid writing out all the "violin holes." However, it is noted that this may lead to an infinite string of polynomials on the right hand side and raises the question of whether this is a problem or just a peculiar result from recursion.
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I've come across this funny problem while messing around with integration by parts. Probably made a mistake somewhere.


In the integration of parts expression, it's possible to expand it further.






Plugging the second expression into the first, we get





I don't think this is standard notation, but it's better than writing out all the "violin holes". :smile:






Expanding ad infinitum we get




The problem is that it seems like we will get an infinite string of polynomials on the right hand side, but not on the left.
 
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It may not actually be a problem, just a weird result from recursion.
 

1. What is integration by parts?

Integration by parts is a mathematical technique used to evaluate integrals of products of functions. It is based on the product rule for differentiation.

2. What is the problem with the expansion of integration by parts?

The problem with the expansion of integration by parts is that it can lead to an infinite series of integrals, making it difficult to solve the original integral.

3. How can I avoid the problem with the expansion of integration by parts?

One way to avoid the problem is to use integration by parts in a strategic way, choosing the functions carefully to simplify the resulting integrals.

4. Can the problem with the expansion of integration by parts be solved?

Yes, the problem can be solved by using other techniques, such as substitution or partial fractions, to evaluate the integral.

5. Are there any applications of integration by parts in real-world problems?

Yes, integration by parts is commonly used in physics, engineering, and other fields to solve problems involving the calculation of areas and volumes, as well as in the study of differential equations.

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