Integration using the reduction formula

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The discussion focuses on integrating a rational function using a reduction formula, specifically starting with the integral I_n = ∫(x^n/√(ax+b)) dx. The user inquires about the integration process, indicating they missed a lesson. The response clarifies that for n=2, the correct application of the formula yields I_2 = (x^2√(4x+5))/10 - I_1, noting a mistake in the coefficient of I_1. The advice is to apply the same reduction formula to I_1, leading to an expression involving I_0, which is straightforward to integrate. Understanding and correctly applying the reduction formula is essential for successful integration.
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Is it possible to integrate the rational function using that reduction formula. If yes, how do I go about doing it?

Keep it simple, I'm new to this (And I missed a lesson)

Thanks!
 
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$$I_n = \int \frac{x^n}{\sqrt{ax+b}}\,dx$$ so you're starting with n=2. When you apply the formula and simplify, you should get
$$I_2 = \frac{x^2\sqrt{4x+5}}{10} - I_1$$ You made a mistake in the coefficient of I1, so recheck your work getting the second line. Now apply the same formula to expand I1. You'll end up with an expression with I0 which you should know how to integrate.
 
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