How do you differentiate & integrate e to the x?

In summary, we evaluated the expressions and showed all work. We also differentiated and differentiated e^2x, and found that e^2x would become 2e^2x.
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1.a Evaluate the following. Show all work.
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1.b Differentiate.
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Homework Equations


ƒ b-a f(x)-g(x)


The Attempt at a Solution



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1.b.http://img512.imageshack.us/img512/4250/problem2ans.png
 
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e^2x does not integrate to 2e^2x because differentiation of 2e^2x is 4e^2x which is not equal to the e^2x.
 
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Presumably, you know that [itex](e^x)'= e^x[/itex] and [itex]\int e^x dx= e^x+ C[/itex].

To differentiate [itex]e^{2x}[/itex], use the chain rule, df/dx= (df/du)(du/dx), with u= 2x. Then [itex]f(u)= e^u[/itex] so [itex]df/du= e^u[/itex] and u= 2x so du/dx= 2.

To integrate [itex]e^{2x}[/itex], use the "inverse" of the chain rule- substitution. Let u= 2x so du= 2dx or dx= (1/2)du.

The one multiplies by 2, the other divides by 2.
 
  • #4
HallsofIvy said:
Presumably, you know that [itex](e^x)'= e^x[/itex] and [itex]\int e^x dx= e^x+ C[/itex].

To differentiate [itex]e^{2x}[/itex], use the chain rule, df/dx= (df/du)(du/dx), with u= 2x. Then [itex]f(u)= e^u[/itex] so [itex]df/du= e^u[/itex] and u= 2x so du/dx= 2.

To integrate [itex]e^{2x}[/itex], use the "inverse" of the chain rule- substitution. Let u= 2x so du= 2dx or dx= (1/2)du.

The one multiplies by 2, the other divides by 2.

So [itex]e^2x[/itex] differentiated would become [itex]2e^2x[/itex]?
 
  • #5
pillar said:
So [itex]e^2x[/itex] differentiated would become [itex]2e^2x[/itex]?

(I assume you mean e2x differentiated would become 2e2x?)

Yes, that's right. :smile:

(To see why, apply the chain rule with f(x) = ex and g(x) = 2x.)
 

1. What is the definition of differentiation and integration?

Differentiation is the process of finding the rate of change of a function with respect to one of its variables. Integration is the process of finding the area under a curve.

2. How do you differentiate e to the x?

The derivative of e to the x is simply e to the x itself. In other words, the rate of change of e to the x is equal to e to the x.

3. How do you integrate e to the x?

The integral of e to the x is also e to the x plus a constant, which is denoted as C. This is because the rate of change of e to the x is equal to e to the x, so the area under the curve will also be e to the x.

4. Is e to the x the only function that has this property?

No, there are other functions that have the same rate of change as their integral, such as sine and cosine. However, e to the x is unique in that it is its own derivative and integral.

5. Can you explain the significance of e in differentiation and integration?

The constant e, also known as Euler's number, is a fundamental mathematical constant that appears in many natural phenomena. In differentiation and integration, its significance lies in the fact that it is its own derivative and integral, making it a key component in solving various mathematical problems.

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