Integral (with respect to d(z/σ))

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around evaluating a specific integral with respect to the variable d(z/σ), which is part of a probability distribution function. Participants are exploring methods for numerical evaluation and substitution techniques related to the integral.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory
  • Mathematical reasoning

Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses uncertainty about how to evaluate the integral numerically and seeks assistance.
  • Another participant suggests substituting u = z/σ1 as a potential method for integration.
  • A follow-up question asks for clarification on whether this substitution would facilitate integration between the limits of d/σ1 and h/σ1.
  • Further discussion includes considerations about how to adjust the limits of integration when making substitutions and the implications of the substitution on the differential elements.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants are exploring different approaches to the integral, and while there is a suggestion for substitution, the discussion remains unresolved regarding the best method to proceed.

Contextual Notes

There are limitations in understanding how the substitution affects the limits of integration and the differential elements, which remain unresolved in the discussion.

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Hello all,

I have uploaded a .gif of the integral. The limits are just values, as I know what d,h, and σ1 are. d and h are the lower and upper limits defined for the probability distribution function and σ1 is the standard deviation.

I have not seen this type of integral before, I am not sure how I can evaluate this numerically as I need to do this with respect to d(z/σ))?

This is on a research paper I am currently reviewing, Can anyone help?

Thanks.
 

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why not substitute [itex]u=z/\sigma_1[/itex] ?
 
Would that help me to integrate this between the numerical limits of d/σ1 and h/σ1? Sorry still confused, could you explain further. Thanks.
 
If that's what you want to do.
Of course you'd have to substitute for the limits as well.

if you integrate from z=a to z=b but you make the the substitution in the integrand that u=f(z) then what happens to your limits?

But - if u = z/s, what is dz/du ? what is d(z/s)/du ? Put du = ... for each. Compare.
 

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