Integrating a natural log in double integral

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The problem involves evaluating the double integral \(\int^{1}_{0}\int^{e^x}_{e^{-x}}\frac{\ln y}{y} \, dy \, dx\), focusing on the integration of the natural logarithm function within the context of a double integral.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Mathematical reasoning, Problem interpretation

Approaches and Questions Raised

  • Participants discuss using integration by parts and substitution for the integral of \(\frac{\ln y}{y}\). There are attempts to clarify the roles of \(u\) and \(v\) in integration by parts, with some expressing confusion about the process. Others suggest reconsidering the approach to use substitution instead of integration by parts.

Discussion Status

The discussion is ongoing, with participants exploring different methods for solving the integral. Some guidance has been offered regarding the use of substitution, and there appears to be a shift in understanding as participants clarify their approaches.

Contextual Notes

Participants express uncertainty about their previous attempts and the correctness of their integration methods. There is a recognition of potential misunderstandings regarding the application of integration techniques.

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Homework Statement



[itex]\int^{1}_{0}[/itex][itex]\int[/itex][itex]^{e^x}_{e^-x}[/itex][itex]\frac{lny}{y}[/itex]dydx

The attempt at a solution

So I am integrating ln(y)/y and I tried it by parts, first with u = ln(y), dv = 1/y, and therefore du = 1/y, and v = ln y

but if I use that I get

(ln(y))2-[itex]\int[/itex][itex]\frac{lny}{y}[/itex] again.

So I tried switching u and v around. I got: u = 1/y, dv = ln(y) dy, du = 1/y2 and v = 1/y.

On that basis I get [itex]\frac{1}{y^2}[/itex]-[itex]\int[/itex][itex]\frac{1}{y^3}[/itex]|[itex]^{e^x}_{e^-x}[/itex]dx

and from there I get

[itex]\int^{1}_{0}[/itex] [itex]\frac{1}{y^2}[/itex]-[itex]\frac{1}{4y^4}[/itex]|[itex]^{e^x}_{e^-x}[/itex]dx

But I have a sneaking suspicion I have done something horribly wrong. I see the integral I want as (ln(y))2/2. But that doesn't make sense to me.

So, I did something messed up. If someone could tell me where it is, that would be much appreciated.
 
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Emspak said:

Homework Statement



[itex]\int^{1}_{0}[/itex][itex]\int[/itex][itex]^{e^x}_{e^-x}[/itex][itex]\frac{lny}{y}[/itex]dydx

The attempt at a solution

So I am integrating ln(y)/y and I tried it by parts, first with u = ln(y), dv = 1/y, and therefore du = 1/y, and v = ln y
Try substitution.

Let u = ln(y).

but if I use that I get

(ln(y))2-[itex]\int[/itex][itex]\frac{lny}{y}[/itex] again.

So I tried switching u and v around. I got: u = 1/y, dv = ln(y) dy, du = 1/y2 and v = 1/y.

On that basis I get [itex]\frac{1}{y^2}[/itex]-[itex]\int[/itex][itex]\frac{1}{y^3}[/itex]|[itex]^{e^x}_{e^-x}[/itex]dx

and from there I get

[itex]\int^{1}_{0}[/itex] [itex]\frac{1}{y^2}[/itex]-[itex]\frac{1}{4y^4}[/itex]|[itex]^{e^x}_{e^-x}[/itex]dx

But I have a sneaking suspicion I have done something horribly wrong. I see the integral I want as (ln(y))2/2. But that doesn't make sense to me.

So, I did something messed up. If someone could tell me where it is, that would be much appreciated.
 
I did that the first time, and showed what I got. u=ln y so du = 1/y, correct? Or not? If that's so and I et dv = 1/y then v has to be ln y, no? "try substitution" is what I just did.
 
Emspak said:
I did that the first time, and showed what I got. u=ln y so du = 1/y, correct? Or not? If that's so and I et dv = 1/y then v has to be ln y, no?
No.

You tried integration by parts.

Do integration by substitution, with the substitution u = ln(y). No v is needed.
 
ah, i see (I was thinking u-substitutions in integration by parts) -- NOW It is a lot clearer. Thanks much.
 

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