FTC integrate multiple functions.

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The problem involves finding the derivative of a function defined by an integral, specifically F(x) = ∫ from 0 to g(x) of 1/(√(1+t^3)) dt, where g(x) is itself defined as an integral from 0 to cos(x) of 1 + sin(t^2) dt. The task is to evaluate f'(π/2).

Discussion Character

  • Conceptual clarification, Mathematical reasoning, Assumption checking

Approaches and Questions Raised

  • Participants discuss the need to solve for g(x) and express concerns about the non-elementary nature of the integral involving sin(t^2). There is mention of applying the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus (FTC) and questions about its applicability to the derivative of an integral. Some participants express conceptual blocks regarding the problem.

Discussion Status

Participants are exploring the application of the FTC and discussing the need for careful consideration of the chain rule when differentiating composite functions. There is acknowledgment of the challenges posed by the integrals involved, and some guidance has been offered regarding the structure of the solution.

Contextual Notes

There is a noted difficulty with finding elementary antiderivatives for the functions involved, which may impact the approach to solving the problem. Participants are encouraged to show their work to facilitate assistance.

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Homework Statement


If F(x)=∫from 0 to g(x) of 1/(√(1+t^3)) dt and g(x)= ∫from 0 to cos(x) of 1+sin(t^2) dt, then find f'(pi/2)


Homework Equations





The Attempt at a Solution


Tried FTC parts 1 and 2
 
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tropic9393 said:

Homework Statement


If F(x)=∫from 0 to g(x) of 1/(√(1+t^3)) dt and g(x)= ∫from 0 to cos(x) of 1+sin(t^2) dt, then find f'(pi/2)

Homework Equations



The Attempt at a Solution


Tried FTC parts 1 and 2
Hello tropic9393. Welcome to PF !

Please, show us explicitly what you have tried so that we may help you.
 
I know I need to solve for g(x). I did the integral with respect to t of and got realized that sin(t^2) does not have an elementary integral, and I haven't learned how to do solve for that yet.
Then i tried applying FTC directly and but i thought that only applied to the derivative of an integral.
I have a major conceptual block, so i don't really have a lot of work to show :frown:
 
tropic9393 said:
I know I need to solve for g(x). I did the integral with respect to t of and got realized that sin(t^2) does not have an elementary integral, and I haven't learned how to do solve for that yet.
Then i tried applying FTC directly and but i thought that only applied to the derivative of an integral.
I have a major conceptual block, so i don't really have a lot of work to show :frown:
You are correct regarding the anti-derivative of sin(t2).

Neither does \displaystyle 1/\sqrt{1+t^3}\ have an anti-derivative which can be expressed in terms of elementary functions.

Approach the solution in two parts, similar to the way the problem is set-up.

According to the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus, what is f '(x), if \displaystyle f(x)=\int_{0}^{g(x)}\frac{1}{\sqrt{1+t^3}}\,dt\ ? (Without using the explicit form of g(x). )
 
f'(x)=1/(√(1+g(x)^3)

Then do solve for f'(pi/2) by plugging g(pi/2) in for g(x)?
 
tropic9393 said:
f'(x)=1/(√(1+g(x)^3)

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Not quite right. You forgot to use the chain rule.
Suppose that the anti-derivative of 1/\sqrt{1+t^3} is H(t).

That says that \displaystyle \int_{0}^{g(x)}\frac{1}{\sqrt{1+t^3}}\,dt=H(g(x))-H(0)\ .

Use the chain rule to find the derivative, \displaystyle \frac{d}{dx}H(g(x))\ .
 

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