How Can You Integrate Complex Fractions Like This One?

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The discussion focuses on integrating complex fractions, specifically the integral involving the expression shown in the linked image. Users suggest using integration techniques such as integration by parts and u-substitution, while also recommending multiplying the fraction by the denominator raised to the power of one-half. The consensus is that multiplying and dividing by \(\sqrt{6+x}\) simplifies the integration process, making it more manageable.

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I've tried to used integration by parts and u substitution and I've also tried just multiplying the fraction by the denominator (6-x)^(1/2) but I am still confused at how to approach this.
 
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Multiply and divide by [tex]\sqrt{6+x}[/tex].
 

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