Fundamental theorem of calculus

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The discussion revolves around finding the derivative of an integral involving the function cos(t)/t, evaluated from 3 to the square root of x. The problem is situated within the context of the fundamental theorem of calculus.

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  • Participants explore the application of the fundamental theorem of calculus and the chain rule. There is some confusion regarding whether the task is to find a derivative or an integral, with differing interpretations of the problem statement. Suggestions include differentiating cos(sqrt(x)) and applying the quotient rule, as well as making substitutions to clarify the process.

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Participants are actively engaging with the problem, offering guidance on differentiation techniques and clarifying the application of the fundamental theorem of calculus. There is a recognition of the need for careful interpretation of the problem statement, with various approaches being discussed.

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Some participants question the clarity of the original problem statement, noting potential ambiguities in the phrasing regarding derivatives and integrals. The discussion reflects a need for precise definitions and understanding of the terms involved.

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Homework Statement


Find the derivative of cost/t (dt) evaluated from 3 to the sqrt of x




The Attempt at a Solution


using the fundamental theorem of calculus, I have [cos(sqrt x)]/(sqrtx)
I know I have to use the chain rule but I don't know how to go about it from here. Any tips?
 
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You just have to differentiate your function of x. Start with the derivative of cos(sqrt(x)). What is it? If you can get that using the chain rule the just use the quotient rule to do the whole thing.
 
Are you trying to find the integral or the derivative? It says derivative, but "evaluated from 3 to the sqrt of x" implies integral :( Also, using FTC also implies you are finding the integral...
 
I think this is the question, basically.

Evaluate [tex]\frac{d}{dx}\int_3^{\sqrt{x}}\frac{\cos{t}}{t}dt[/tex] and that's a trivial application of FTC.

Try making the substitution [tex]u= \sqrt{x}[/tex], working out [tex]\frac{d}{du}\int_c^{u}\frac{\cos{t}}{t}dt[/tex], then using the chain rule [tex]\frac{dI}{dx} = (\frac{dI}{du})(\frac{du}{dx})[/tex] (c is an arbitrary constant,the lower bound does not really matter).
 
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fk378 said:

Homework Statement


Find the derivative of cost/t (dt) evaluated from 3 to the sqrt of x
That makes no sense! You mean "find the derivative of the integral of cost/t dt evaluated from 3 to the sqrt(x)[/itex]




The Attempt at a Solution


using the fundamental theorem of calculus, I have [cos(sqrt x)]/(sqrtx)
I know I have to use the chain rule but I don't know how to go about it from here. Any tips?
Perhaps it would make sense if you wrote f(u)= int{3 to u} cos(t)/t dt and u(x)= sqrt(x). Now apply the chain rule to those two functions: df(x)/dx= df(u)/du du/dx. both of those should be easy now.
 

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