Finding the indefinite integral of sin^2(pi*x) cos^5(pi*x)

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The discussion revolves around finding the indefinite integral of the function sin²(πx) cos⁵(πx). Participants are exploring the implications of the π factor in the integral and how it affects the solution process.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Assumption checking, Mathematical reasoning

Approaches and Questions Raised

  • Participants discuss the use of u-substitution and the impact of the π factor on the integral. There is a focus on correcting sign errors in the differentiation process and ensuring proper application of u-substitution with the correct variable.

Discussion Status

Some participants have offered corrections regarding the differentiation of u = sin(x), noting the sign error. Others suggest applying u = sin(πx) for the original problem, indicating a potential direction for further exploration.

Contextual Notes

There is mention of confusion regarding the effect of π on the integral and the handling of the negative sign in the u-substitution process. Participants are also addressing typographical errors in their expressions.

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Homework Statement


∫(sin2(πx)*cos5(πx))dx.

Homework Equations


Just the above.

The Attempt at a Solution


I have no idea how pi effects the answer, so I basically solved ∫(sin2(x)^cos5(x))dx.

∫(sin2(x)*cos4(x)*cos(x))dx
∫sin2(x)*(1-sin2(x))2*cos(x))dx
U-substitution
u = sin x du = -cos x dx

∫(u2*(1-u2)2) -du
-∫(u2*(1-u2)2) du
-∫(u2*(1-2u2+u4) du
-∫(u2-2u4+u6) du

-((u3/3)-(2u5/5)+(u7/7).

When I look up what the antiderivative should be on integral-calculator.com. the minus sign outside of the parentheses disappears, which I can't figure out how.

Can anyone give me some help?
 
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If u = sin x then du = cos x, not - cos x.
 
grafs50 said:

Homework Statement


∫(sin2(πx)*cos5(πx))dx.

Homework Equations


Just the above.

The Attempt at a Solution


I have no idea how pi effects the answer, so I basically solved ∫(sin2(x)^cos5(x))dx.

∫(sin2(x)*cos4(x)*cos(x))dx
∫sin2(x)*(1-sin2(x))2*cos(x))dx
U-substitution
u = sin x du = -cos x dx
Fix the sign error that RUber pointed out. Then do the original problem the same way but let ##u =\sin(\pi x)##.
[Edit:] Fixed typo.
 
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RUber said:
If u = sin x then du = cos x
No doubt just an oversight, but du = cos(x) dx.
 
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Thanks everyone. Figured it out.
 

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