How can I solve the integral of ArcSin(x)dx using Integration by parts?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion focuses on solving the integral of ArcSin(x) using integration by parts. Participants explore various methods and substitutions to evaluate the integral, including trigonometric substitutions and simpler algebraic substitutions.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Technical explanation, Mathematical reasoning

Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses difficulty in resolving the integral of ArcSin(x) and seeks clarification on a specific expression in the integration by parts process.
  • Another participant provides a detailed solution using trigonometric substitution, showing the steps leading to the final expression involving ArcSin(x) and a square root term.
  • Some participants suggest alternative substitutions, such as t = x^2, to simplify the evaluation of the integral.
  • A later reply emphasizes the use of integration by parts and the derivative of ArcSin(x) as a way to approach the problem.
  • One participant acknowledges the usefulness of a suggested substitution and confirms it worked for them.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree on the use of integration by parts and substitutions, but there are multiple approaches suggested without a consensus on a single method being superior.

Contextual Notes

Some steps in the integration process remain unresolved, and participants express varying levels of understanding regarding the application of integration by parts and substitutions.

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Hi, I'm from in Brasil and I need some help..
I have no sucess resolving Integral [ArcSin(x)]dx ..

Using Integration by parts, i don't kno what to do in expression 'c':

Integral [ArcSin(x)]dx = x.ArcSin(x) - Integral[x.(1 - x^2)^-1/2]
---------a---------- -----b----- ------------c-------------

How expression 'c' turns into only (1 - x^2)^1/2 ?

Thanks for all.

PS: excuse me for possible [a lot of] gramathical erros .. i don't speak english..:rolleyes:
 
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[tex]I= \int \sin^{-1}(x)dx = x \sin^{-1}(x) - \int x (1-x^2)^{-1/2}dx[/tex]
Now use trig substitution:
[tex]x = \sin(t), dx = cos(t)dt[/tex]
[tex]I = x\sin^{-1}(x) - \int \sin(t)\cos(t)(1-\sin^2(t))^{-1/2}dt=\int \sin(t) \frac{\cos(t)}{\cos(t)}dt[/tex]
[tex]= x\sin^{-1}(x) - \int \sin(t)dt = x\sin^{-1}(x)-\cos(t)+C[/tex]***
[tex]= x\sin^{-1}(x) - \cos(\sin^{-1}(x)) + C[/tex]
[tex]= x\sin^{-1}(x) - \sqrt{1 - x^2} + C[/tex]

Or you can use a substitution immediately:
[tex]\int \sin^{-1}(x)dx = \int t \cos(t)dt[/tex]
where
[tex]x = sin(t)[/tex]
and then integrate by parts:
[tex]= \int t cos(t)dt= t\sin(t) - \int \sin(t)dt[/tex]
[tex]= \sin^{-1}(x) x - \int \sin(t)dt=x\sin^{-1}(x)-\cos(t)+C[/tex]
which is the same as (***) in the previous try.
 
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You could also use the much easier substitution [tex]t=x^2[/tex] to evaluate [tex]\int x (1-x^2)^{-1/2}dx[/tex] :smile:
 
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yip said:
You could also use the much easier substitution [tex]t=x^2[/tex] to evaluate [tex]\int x (1-x^2)^{-1/2}dx[/tex] :smile:

And even better, you can try the substitution: t = 1 - x2. :)
 
All Right!

One more time, thanks for all.

VietDao29, I take your sugestion [so many simple and usefull] and
it works fine. Thank you.

See you..
 
jambaugh said:
[tex]I= \int \sin^{-1}(x)dx = x \sin^{-1}(x) - \int x (1-x^2)^{-1/2}dx[/tex]

Can someone explain this part please?
 
Use integration by parts, noting that:
[tex]\sin^{-1}(x)=1*\sin^{-1}(x)[/tex]
and:
[tex]\frac{d}{dx}\sin^{-1}(x)=\frac{1}{\sqrt{1-x^{2}}}[/tex]
 
thanks
 

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