Antiderivative of 1.4x*cos(x^1.9)

In summary, the conversation discusses finding the antiderivative of f'(x) = 1.4x*cos(x^1.9). The person has attempted simple substitution and integration by parts, but is unsure if they can find v when x is x^1.9. They mention trying Taylor expansion and suggest using a spreadsheet for a UBC math course.
  • #1
momogiri
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Question

f'(x) = 1.4x*cos(x^1.9)
Find f(x)

Attempt
Ok, first of all, I'm really bad at Calculus, so bear with me >__<
I figured to find the antiderivative of the thing is equivalent to
[tex]\int\left1.4x*cos\leftx^{1.9}\right\right)dx[/tex]

I've tried simple substitution (u = x^1.9) and that obviously doesn't work, and I tried integration by parts, but I don't think it's working
If I had dv = cos(x^1.9)dx
I'm unsure if I can find v when x is x^1.9

Help will be appreciated! Thanks!
 
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  • #2
momogiri said:
Question

f'(x) = 1.4x*cos(x^1.9)
Find f(x)

Attempt
Ok, first of all, I'm really bad at Calculus, so bear with me >__<
I figured to find the antiderivative of the thing is equivalent to
[tex]\int\left1.4x*cos\leftx^{1.9}\right\right)dx[/tex]

I've tried simple substitution (u = x^1.9) and that obviously doesn't work, and I tried integration by parts, but I don't think it's working
If I had dv = cos(x^1.9)dx
I'm unsure if I can find v when x is x^1.9

Help will be appreciated! Thanks!

Your doing the math lab arn't you? I have the same problem except my f'(x) = 1.7x*sin(x^1.8)
 
  • #3
You have two different Integrals ... which is it?

[tex]\int1.4x\cos{x^{1.9}}dx[/tex]

or

[tex]\int1.4x\cos^{1.9}xdx[/tex]

Does the power belong to cosine or the variable x?
 
  • #4
Have you tried Taylor expansion? That's all I can think of now.
 
  • #5
If you're doing the mathlab for a UBC math course *cough*, then use the spreadsheet.
 

1. What is an antiderivative?

An antiderivative is the inverse operation of a derivative. It is a function that, when differentiated, gives the original function. In other words, it is the opposite of finding the rate of change of a function.

2. Why is the antiderivative of 1.4x*cos(x^1.9) important?

The antiderivative of a function is important because it allows us to find the original function from its derivative. It is also used in various applications such as finding areas under curves and solving differential equations.

3. How do you find the antiderivative of 1.4x*cos(x^1.9)?

To find the antiderivative of 1.4x*cos(x^1.9), we can use the power rule and the chain rule of derivatives. The resulting antiderivative is 1.4*sin(x^1.9) + C, where C is the constant of integration.

4. Can the antiderivative of 1.4x*cos(x^1.9) be simplified further?

Yes, the antiderivative can be simplified further using trigonometric identities. For example, we can rewrite sin(x^1.9) as x^1.9*cos(x) and then use the power rule to find the antiderivative as (1.4/(1.9+1))*x^(1.9+1)*cos(x) + C.

5. What are the applications of the antiderivative of 1.4x*cos(x^1.9)?

The antiderivative of 1.4x*cos(x^1.9) can be used in various applications, such as finding the area under the curve of the original function, solving differential equations, and calculating the average value of the function over a given interval. It is also useful in physics and engineering for modeling and analyzing systems with changing rates.

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