Integral using Lebesgue Measure

In summary, the integral of the function f(x)=3 when x is rational and 2 when x is irrational on the interval [0,1] can be found by partitioning the interval into two sets, A and B, where A is the set of rational numbers and B is the set of irrational numbers. Since A is countable and has a measure of zero, the integral is equal to 3 multiplied by the length of A, plus 2 multiplied by the length of B. The measure of B, being uncountable, can be determined by using the measure of the entire interval, which is 1, making the length of B also equal to 1.
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Homework Statement


Find the integral of the function f(x)=3 when x is rational and 2 when x is irrational on the interval [0,1].

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The Attempt at a Solution


So I partition [0,1] into two disjoint sets A and B. [tex]A=[0,1] \cap Q[/tex] and [tex]B=[0,1] \cap Q^{c}[/tex].
Now the integral should be equal to 3 length(A) + 2 length(B). Since A is a countable set then its measure is zero. But I do not understand how to calculate the measure of B since it is uncountable.
 
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But you know what the measure of [0,1] is...
 
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Thanks for the hint. So 1=len([0,1])=len(A)+len(B)=len(B).
 

1. What is an integral using Lebesgue Measure?

An integral using Lebesgue Measure is a mathematical concept that extends the traditional notion of integration to a wider class of functions. It involves dividing the domain of a function into smaller intervals and calculating the area under the curve for each interval, taking into account the density of the function at each point.

2. How is the Lebesgue Measure different from the Riemann Integral?

The Lebesgue Measure is different from the Riemann Integral in several ways. Firstly, the Lebesgue Measure can integrate a wider class of functions, including discontinuous and unbounded functions. It also considers the density of the function at each point, rather than just the value of the function at the endpoints of each interval. Lastly, the Lebesgue Measure can handle more complex geometric shapes and is more flexible in terms of integration limits.

3. What are the applications of integrals using Lebesgue Measure?

Integrals using Lebesgue Measure have various applications in mathematics, physics, and engineering. They are used to solve problems involving probability, measure theory, and differential equations. They also have practical applications in areas such as signal processing, image analysis, and finance.

4. How is the Lebesgue Measure calculated?

The Lebesgue Measure is calculated by dividing the domain of a function into smaller intervals and calculating the area under the curve for each interval. The measure of each interval is then multiplied by the density of the function at each point within that interval. The sum of these values gives the total Lebesgue Measure for the function.

5. What are the advantages of using the Lebesgue Measure over other integration methods?

The Lebesgue Measure has several advantages over other integration methods. It can handle a wider class of functions, making it more versatile and applicable to a variety of problems. It also provides a more accurate and consistent result for functions that are not continuous or have discontinuities. Additionally, the Lebesgue Measure has a more intuitive geometric interpretation, making it easier to visualize and understand the concept of integration.

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