Maxima: Troubleshooting Integrating Issues

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The discussion centers on troubleshooting integration issues in Maxima, a computer algebra system. A user transitioning from Mathematica encounters syntax errors due to Maxima's stricter requirements for operators. Specifically, the user is advised to use the multiplication operator explicitly, as in "4*x" instead of "4x". This highlights the importance of understanding Maxima's syntax rules for successful integration operations.

PREREQUISITES
  • Familiarity with Maxima syntax and operations
  • Basic understanding of integration concepts
  • Experience with Mathematica for comparative analysis
  • Knowledge of mathematical operators and their usage
NEXT STEPS
  • Study Maxima's documentation on syntax rules and operators
  • Practice integration examples in Maxima to reinforce understanding
  • Explore differences between Maxima and Mathematica for better adaptation
  • Learn about common pitfalls in Maxima to avoid syntax errors
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Mathematicians, students, and software developers transitioning from Mathematica to Maxima, as well as anyone looking to troubleshoot integration issues in Maxima.

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Here is a screenshot: http://i.imgur.com/AG3EL.png

Does anyone know what I am doing wrong here? I'm used to Mathematica because it's more syntax-lax but I guess in Maxima it's more explicit and strict. I've looked at examples online and they seem no different than what I have input, so I don't get what's wrong.
 
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try 4*x instead of 4x ... I think you need the multiplication operator
 

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