Find an equation for the tangent line

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The discussion revolves around finding an equation for the tangent line to the function F defined by an integral involving the expression (2t-1)/(t+2). Participants are addressing various aspects of evaluating the function and its derivative at a specific point, as well as determining intervals of increase.

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  • Exploratory, Conceptual clarification, Mathematical reasoning, Problem interpretation

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  • Participants are attempting to evaluate F(1) and F'(1) using the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus, while also discussing the implications of the limits of integration. There are questions about integrating the function and how to apply polynomial long division. Some participants are focusing on the relationship between the derivative and the behavior of the function regarding increasing or decreasing intervals.

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The discussion is active, with participants providing hints and suggestions for evaluating the integral and derivative. There is a focus on understanding the limits of integration and how they affect the evaluation of F(1). Multiple interpretations of the problem are being explored, particularly regarding the integration process and the application of the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus.

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Participants are working within the constraints of homework rules, which may limit the extent of guidance provided. There is an emphasis on understanding the integral and its evaluation without performing complete computations.

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suppose the function F is define by F(x)=[integral from 1 to √x] (2t-1)/(t+2)dt for all real numbers x≥0

A.) evaluate F(1)
B.) Evaluate F'(1)
C.)Find an equation for the tangent line to the graph of F at the point where x=1
D.) on what intervals is the function F increasing? justify your answer


please help if you understand, I am sorry about the integral sign i don't think there is a symbol for that.
 
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aaaron417 said:
suppose the function F is define by F(x)=[integral from 1 to √x] (2t-1)/(t+2)dt for all real numbers x≥0

A.) evaluate F(1)
B.) Evaluate F'(1)
C.)Find an equation for the tangent line to the graph of F at the point where x=1
D.) on what intervals is the function F increasing? justify your answer


please help if you understand, I am sorry about the integral sign i don't think there is a symbol for that.

You have

F(x) = \int_1^{\sqrt{x}} \frac{2t-1}{t+2}\ dt

(A) Write down exactly what F(1) is using your formula and stare at the limits of integration for a few seconds.
(B) Consider the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus (you will need to apply the chain rule, too)
(C) Should be easy once you have (A) and (B)
(D) How does the sign of the derivative of any function relate to whether the function is increasing/decreasing?
 


i know it should be simple, i don't know how to integrate 2t-1/t+2 help me out
 


Try substituting u=t+2.
 


ok what about part b i used the fundamental rule but what about finding it?
 


PhaseShifter said:
Try substituting u=t+2.
Alternatively, you can just divide 2t -1 by t + 2 using polynomial long division.
 


aaaron417 said:
ok what about part b i used the fundamental rule but what about finding it?
Show us what you did in using the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus.
 


aaaron417 said:
i know it should be simple, i don't know how to integrate 2t-1/t+2 help me out

Don't focus on what the integrand is; focus on the limits. Let's just call the integrand g(t). When x=1, you get

F(1) = \int_1^{1} g(t)\ dt

Again, stare at the limits of integration... can you visualize the "interval" over which you are integrating?

The point is that while you _can_ integrate, you actually do not need to do ANY sort of computation if you take a closer look at your integral.
 
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