Integral problem / mathematical induction

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The discussion focuses on solving an integral problem involving mathematical induction. The user has successfully computed the integral $\int_{0}^{\infty} e^{-ax} dx$ and obtained the result of $1/a$. However, they are uncertain about how to proceed with the subsequent steps. A response suggests using integration by parts for part (b) without relying on the result from part (a), and then applying the outcome of part (b) for part (c). This guidance emphasizes a structured approach to tackling the problem.
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Ok so i got step (a) and found that $\int_{0}^{\infty} \,d (x^0)*e^(-ax)dx=1/a$
But i do not get how i should go about starting the next steps using the info from the first step(have not done a similar problem before so i need to get a grasp on the method)
 

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Samme013 said:
View attachment 3411
Ok so i got step (a) and found that $\int_{0}^{\infty} \,d (x^0)*e^(-ax)dx=1/a$
But i do not get how i should go about starting the next steps using the info from the first step(have not done a similar problem before so i need to get a grasp on the method)

Hi Samme013,

To solve (b), use integration by parts directly. Do not use the result in (a). To solve (c), use the result of part (b) and integration by parts.
 
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