Integrate the Arcsine Function

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The discussion revolves around integrating the arcsine function, specifically focusing on the integral of sqrt(1-x^2) and its relation to arcsine x. Participants express challenges in understanding the integration process and seek clarification on various approaches.

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  • Exploratory, Conceptual clarification, Mathematical reasoning

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  • Participants discuss using integration by parts and substitutions, with some suggesting the substitution x=sin(u) as a potential approach. Questions arise about the correct application of these methods and the roles of different variables in the integration process.

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Some participants have shared successful attempts at solving parts of the problem, while others continue to seek guidance on specific aspects. There is a mix of approaches being explored, with no explicit consensus on a single method being favored.

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Participants mention constraints such as time spent on the problem and the challenges of formal syntax in their posts. There is an indication of previous attempts and a desire to clarify understanding without providing complete solutions.

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integrate the holy arcsine x :(

Homework Statement



The Integral arcsine (x) appears to be really problematic. I have to calculate the integral of sqrt(1-x^2). part of it is the arcsine x.

Now I will ask only about arcsine x, and If any serious problem will occur i'll bother you with the another one :)



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The Attempt at a Solution



I used Integration by parts , which was also suggested by someone on this site and forums (another forums which I accidentally wrote my question there).

S(arcsine x)= {v=x u=arcsine x}
xarcsine-S(x/sqrt(1-x^2)= {u= x v=arcsinx}
S(arcsine x)


What have I done wrong till now? Tried to look for different substitutions but didn't find anything of a value. moreoever, I just recently started studying it so have mercy :P

Thanks in advance,
Aviv
 
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S(arcsine x)= {v=x u=arcsine x}
xarcsine-S(x/sqrt(1-x^2)= {u= x v=arcsinx}
S(arcsine x)
ok, to find [tex]\int \frac{x}{\sqrt{1-x^2}} dx[/tex], try the substitution [tex]x^2=u[/tex]. Can you take it from here?
 
and what v is going to be?
 
Its a substitution not an integration by parts.

[tex]\int f(g(x))\frac{du}{dx}dx=\int f(u)du[/tex]

Actually sid is it not better that x = sin(u) ?
 
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Kurdt said:
Its a substitution not an integration by parts.

[tex]\int f(g(x))\frac{du}{dx}dx=\int f(u)du[/tex]

Actually sid is it not better that x = sin(u) ?

Yes, that'd work as well.
 
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OMG it worked :P

lot of thanks :)
<3

(didn't substitute x=sin(u) though (I'm not crazy))
 
two new question, and yes I did try to solve it on my own too many times

well that was part of S(sqrt(1-x^2)) which after six hours of trying I didn't manage to solve it.

help? its driving me crazy.
Question 2: solved myself, my brain is probably overheated if I asked weird stuff like it.
and if somebody can guide me how to write here with formal syntax , I'll appreciate it.
 
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FlashStorm said:
well that was part of S(sqrt(1-x^2)) which after six hours of trying I didn't manage to solve it.

help? its driving me crazy.
Question 2: solved myself, my brain is probably overheated if I asked weird stuff like it.
and if somebody can guide me how to write here with formal syntax , I'll appreciate it.

Take a look at the https://www.physicsforums.com/showthread.php?t=8997" thread for this forum. Also, you can click on the latex images to see the code.

To find, [tex]\int \sqrt{1-x^2} dx[/tex], try the substitution x=sin(u). Can you take it from here?
 
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made it :P

siddharth said:
Take a look at the https://www.physicsforums.com/showthread.php?t=8997" thread for this forum. Also, you can click on the latex images to see the code.

To find, [tex]\int \sqrt{1-x^2} dx[/tex], try the substitution x=sin(u). Can you take it from here?

Mmm I already solved it yesterday without substituting :)

if you want to know how i did ill be glad to tell.
 
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