Integrate Sine and Square root Composite Function

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SUMMARY

The discussion focuses on integrating the function $$\int \frac{\sin^3(\sqrt{x})}{\sqrt{x}}dx$$. The initial approach involves rewriting the integral using the identity $$\sin^2(x) = 1 - \cos^2(x)$$, leading to a substitution that simplifies the integral. The effective substitution $$u = \sqrt{x}$$ is recommended, which transforms the integral into $$2\int \sin^3(u)\,du$$, making it easier to solve. The participants confirm the validity of this substitution and express satisfaction with the clarity it brings to the problem.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of integral calculus, specifically integration techniques.
  • Familiarity with trigonometric identities, particularly $$\sin^2(x) + \cos^2(x) = 1$$.
  • Knowledge of substitution methods in integration.
  • Basic differentiation, especially the derivative of composite functions.
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  • Study integration techniques involving trigonometric functions, focusing on $$\int \sin^n(x) \, dx$$.
  • Explore the method of integration by parts in greater detail.
  • Learn about the application of substitution in integrals, particularly with composite functions.
  • Review the properties and applications of derivatives of composite functions.
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Hello MHB,
I got stuck on integrate this function

$$\int \frac{\sin^3(\sqrt{x})}{\sqrt{x}}dx$$
my first thinking was rewrite it as $$\int \frac{\sin^2(\sqrt{x})\sin(\sqrt{x})}{\sqrt{x}}dx$$
then use the identity $$\cos^2(x)+\sin^2(x)=1 \ \therefore \sin^2x=1- \cos^2(x)$$
$$\int \frac{(1-\cos^2(\sqrt{x}))\sin(\sqrt{x})}{\sqrt{x}}dx$$
subsitute $$u= \cos(x) \therefore du=- \sin(x) dx$$
then we get
$$- \int \frac{1-u^2}{ \cos^{-1}(u)}du$$
but that does not seem smart so my last ide is integrate by part, but I struggle on that part..

$$u= \sqrt{x}^{-1} \therefore du=\sqrt{x}^{-2}$$ and $$dv=\sin^3(\sqrt{x}) \therefore v=?$$

Regards,
$$|\pi\rangle$$
 
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Re: Integrate 2

Use the substitution $\sqrt{x}=u$
 
Re: Integrate 2

ZaidAlyafey said:
Use the substitution $\sqrt{x}=u$
Hello Zaid,
I don't see what is the point with that=S? can I substitute twice or ? I am kinda clueless:confused:

Regards,
$$|\pi\rangle$$
 
Re: Integrate 2

Petrus said:
Hello Zaid,
I don't see what is the point with that=S? can I substitute twice or ? I am kinda clueless:confused:

Regards,
$$|\pi\rangle$$

One thing to realize that $$(\sqrt{x})'=\frac{1}{2\sqrt{x}}$$

So before we proceed , we make $$u=\sqrt{x}$$ substitution , which makes things easier since we are left with

$$2\int \sin^3 (u)\,du $$ which you can integrate , right ?

I have got to get some sleep now , if you are still stuck someone is always around :cool:.
 
Re: Integrate 2

ZaidAlyafey said:
One thing to realize that $$(\sqrt{x})'=\frac{1}{2\sqrt{x}}$$

So before we proceed , we make $$u=\sqrt{x}$$ substitution , which makes things easier since we are left with

$$2\int \sin^3 (u)\,du $$ which you can integrate , right ?

I have got to get some sleep now , if you are still stuck someone is always around :cool:.
Hello Zaid,
Now it make a lot sense!:) Thanks for taking your time and sleep well! I am also supposed to sleep but will do it soom =D

Regards,
$$|\pi\rangle$$
 

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