Power rule of an integration [beginner]

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So I stumbled upon ∫1/(x^4) , and by applying the power rule , the answer is: -1/(3x^3)

Why's that? Sorry for bothering you guys with such a beginner question!
 
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Write the fraction as x^-4, and apply the power rule and you will quickly see why that is the answer!
 
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romsofia said:
Write the fraction as x^-4, and apply the power rule and you will quickly see why that is the answer!
Man how didn't I see that! Thanks!
 

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