Integrating e^-4tsint by Parts

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The discussion revolves around the integration of the function -e-4tsin(t) using integration by parts. Participants explore the application of this technique and the implications of their calculations.

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  • Mathematical reasoning, Problem interpretation

Approaches and Questions Raised

  • The original poster attempts to apply integration by parts in a cyclic manner, suggesting that certain terms would cancel out. Some participants question the effectiveness of this approach, while others suggest rearranging the equation to isolate the integral.

Discussion Status

Participants are engaged in exploring the integration process, with some expressing uncertainty about the next steps after deriving an equation involving the integral on both sides. There is an indication of a potential resolution as one participant references an answer sheet, but no consensus has been reached regarding the method or final outcome.

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There is a mention of a tutor's suggestion regarding the cyclic integration by parts method, which may influence the participants' approaches. The discussion reflects a mix of interpretations and attempts to clarify the integration process without definitive conclusions.

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Homework Statement



Integrating -e-4tsint

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Our tutor suggested we did this by integrating by parts in a cyclic fashion and things would cancel out

The Attempt at a Solution



Taking u = sint t; thus u'=cost
And v'=-e-4t; thus (1/4)e-4t

\int-e4tsint = (1/4)e-4tsint-\int(1/4)e-4tcost

Taking u=cost thus u'= -sint
And v'=(1/4)e-4t; thus (-1/16)e-4t

\int-e4tsint = (1/4)e-4tsint+(1/16)e-4tcost+(1/16)\inte-4tsint

Nothing appears to cancel!]
 
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Yes it does. You have the integral of e^(-4t)*sin(t) on both sides. Put them both on the same side and solve for it.
 
\int-e-4tsint=[(1/4)sinte-4t+[(1/16)e-4tcost+(1/16)\inte-4t

(-17/16)\inte-4tsint=e-4t((1/4)sint+(1/16)cos))

Not sure what to do now?
 
oooh

\int-e-4tsint=(16/17)e-4t((1/4)sint+(1/16)cos))

or

\int-e-4tsin=e-4t(4sint+cost)

YAY that what the answer sheet says
 

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