Interval of the definite integral

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The discussion revolves around the evaluation of the second derivative of a function defined by a definite integral, specifically F(x) = ∫ from 0 to x of x*e^(t^2) dt, where x is within the interval [0,1]. Participants are exploring the implications of having the variable x both as a limit of integration and as part of the integrand.

Discussion Character

  • Conceptual clarification, Mathematical reasoning, Assumption checking

Approaches and Questions Raised

  • Participants question whether x should be treated as a constant or a variable within the context of the integral. There is also discussion about rewriting the integral to facilitate differentiation and the application of the product rule.

Discussion Status

Some participants have attempted to compute F''(x) and are sharing their results, while others are asking for detailed workings to verify the correctness of these computations. There is an ongoing exploration of the mathematical reasoning behind their approaches.

Contextual Notes

There is an emphasis on ensuring clarity regarding the treatment of x in the integral, as well as the potential for errors in differentiation. Participants are encouraged to show their workings to facilitate understanding.

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Homework Statement


Let F(x) = [tex]\int[/tex][tex]^{x}_____________{0}[/tex] x*e^(t^2) dt for [tex]x\in[0,1].[/tex] Find F''(x) for [tex]x\in(0,1).[/tex]

My only problem is the x, because the interval of the definite integral goes from 0 to x, and x is in the integral, even though the integral is with respect to dt. So I'd just like to know what happens in this case? Is x a constant (as if the interval went from a to b, rather than 0 to x)? Or something different?
 
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Nan1teZ said:

Homework Statement


Let F(x) = [tex]\int[/tex][tex]^{x}_____________{0}[/tex] x*e^(t^2) dt for [tex]x\in[0,1].[/tex] Find F''(x) for [tex]x\in(0,1).[/tex]

My only problem is the x, because the interval of the definite integral goes from 0 to x, and x is in the integral, even though the integral is with respect to dt. So I'd just like to know what happens in this case? Is x a constant (as if the interval went from a to b, rather than 0 to x)? Or something different?

Hi Nan1teZ! :smile:

You can rewrite the integral as F(x) = x*[tex]\int^{x}_{0}[/tex] e^(t^2) dt.

Then just use the product rule. :smile:
 


Okay so i get F''(x) = (2*e^(x^2))(1+x) + x

Is that right?
 
Nan1teZ said:
Okay so i get F''(x) = (2*e^(x^2))(1+x) + x

Is that right?

I don't think so …

can you show your detailed working? :smile:
 


oops just a stupid mistake!..

okay I got F''(x) = (2*e^(x^2))(1+x^2).

If that's wrong I'm going to show the detailed working..
 
Nan1teZ said:
oops just a stupid mistake!..

okay I got F''(x) = (2*e^(x2))(1+x2).

:biggrin: Woohoo! :biggrin:
 


Thanks! :D
 

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