Integration by Parts: Troubleshooting the Formula for x cos 5x dx

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The discussion focuses on troubleshooting the integration by parts formula for the integral of x cos 5x dx. The user correctly identifies the components of the integration by parts formula, using u = x and v' = cos 5x dx. The integration leads to the correct solution, which includes the term 1/5 arising from the derivative of the sine function due to the chain rule. The final result is confirmed as ∫ x cos 5x dx = (x/5) sin 5x + (1/25) cos 5x.

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  • Understanding of integration by parts formula: ∫ u dv = uv - ∫ v du
  • Knowledge of basic trigonometric integrals, specifically ∫ cos(kx) dx
  • Familiarity with the chain rule in differentiation
  • Ability to perform integration of polynomial and trigonometric functions
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  • Study the integration by parts technique in depth, focusing on various examples
  • Learn about the chain rule and its application in differentiation
  • Explore trigonometric integrals, particularly those involving sine and cosine functions
  • Practice solving integrals that combine polynomial and trigonometric functions
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Students studying calculus, particularly those learning integration techniques, and anyone seeking to improve their skills in solving integrals involving polynomial and trigonometric functions.

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kay I am having difficulties with this..
Knowing the gerneral formuala of

|uv'=uv- |vu'

i using a nonehomework question i was trying to make sure i had it down pat was having problems..

| x cos 5x dx

but for some reason i don't get the right answer when it done...
If I have u=x, du=1
and
v'=cos 5x dx

v= 1/5 sin5x? or did i crew up some where I been having trouble here ..

so i can do the substion and all but this stuff is screwing with help please.
 
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\int x\cos 5x = \frac{x}{5}\sin 5x - \frac{1}{5}\int \sin 5x dx.

\int x\cos 5x = \frac{x}{5}\sin 5x +\frac{1}{25}\cos 5x

So \int udv = uv-\int vdu.

\int \sin 5x = -\frac{\cos 5x}{5}.
 
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kay my major problem is that 1/5 where does it come from.

how does cos 5x dx = 1/5 sin 5x..
 
when you take the derivative of 1/5 sin 5x, you get cos 5x by doing the chain rule...you have to take the derivative of the argument because it is more complex than just an x
 
t6hanks Maps Think i undersand it now... hopefully the homework will be easier now
 

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