Solving Integrals by Substitution: Tips and Tricks

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In summary, the first integral can be solved by using partial fractions, while the second integral can be solved by making a substitution and using the arctan function.
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i tried to solve these integral by substitution
in the first integral i substituted x^2 for t

in the second integral i substituted e^x

it didnt work

how to solve these integrals?

please help
 
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mm i think you must use fraction partial ...and in denominator adding +1 and - 1 . to use fraction partial .

1/(x^4 +1 +1 -1 ) = 1/(x^4 - 1 )+2

1/[(x^2-1)(x^2+1)+2]

1/[(x-1)(x+1)((x^2 -1)+2) +2]

1/[(x-1)(x+1)((x-1)(x+1)+2)+2]

and you can use this web http://integrals.wolfram.com/index.jsp
 
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x.users said:
mm i think you must use fraction partial ...and in denominator adding +1 and - 1 . to use fraction partial .

1/(x^4 +1 +1 -1 ) = 1/(x^4 - 1 )+2

1/[(x^2-1)(x^2+1)+2]

1/[(x-1)(x+1)((x^2 -1)+2) +2]

1/[(x-1)(x+1)((x-1)(x+1)+2)+2]

and you can use this web http://integrals.wolfram.com/index.jsp


and

and respect to second probelm

int[1/(e^x - 1)]

put 1 = e^x/e^x

its become int[ e^x/(e^2x - e^x)]

put u = e^x subtitution

du = e^x dx

du = u dx

so dx = du/u

int [u du/(u^2 - u ) u]

and u =! 0 because u = e^x and exponantioal never will be zero

int[du/u(u-1)] its fraction partial
 
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First one is not fun at all, try x.users way.

For your second one, its a simple substitution.

[tex]u=\sqrt{e^x-1}[/tex]

[tex]dx=\frac{2\sqrt{e^x-1}}{e^x} du = \frac{2u}{u^2+1} du[/tex]

So [tex]\int \frac{1}{\sqrt{e^x-1}} dx[/tex] becomes

[tex]\int \frac{1}{u} \frac{2u}{u^2+1} du[/tex].

u's cancel out, take out the factor of 2.

[tex]2\int \frac{1}{1+u^2} du[/tex].

That integral is easy, arctan.

[tex]\int \frac{1}{\sqrt{e^x-1}} dx = 2\arctan (\sqrt{e^x-1})[/tex]
 
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x.users said:
1/[(x-1)(x+1)((x-1)(x+1)+2)+2]

and you can use this web http://integrals.wolfram.com/index.jsp
How can you Partial Fraction this?
[tex]\frac{1}{(x - 1) (x + 1) ((x - 1)(x + 1) + 2) + 2}[/tex]? :confused:

For the first one, you can try the following:

[tex]\int \frac{dx}{x ^ 4 + 1} = \frac{1}{2} \int \frac{(x ^ 2 + 1) - (x ^ 2 - 1)}{x ^ 4 + 1} dx = \frac{1}{2} \left( \int \frac{x ^ 2 + 1}{x ^ 4 + 1} dx + \int \frac{x ^ 2 - 1}{x ^ 4 + 1} dx \right) = \frac{1}{2} (I_1 + I_2)[/tex]

[tex]I_1 = \int \frac{x ^ 2 + 1}{x ^ 4 + 1} dx = \int \frac{1 + \frac{1}{x ^ 2}}{x ^ 2 + \frac{1}{x ^ 2}} dx = \int \frac{1 + \frac{1}{x ^ 2}}{\left( x - \frac{1}{x} \right) ^ 2 + 2} dx[/tex]

Now, make the u-substitution: [tex]u = x - \frac{1}{x} \Rightarrow du = \left(1 + \frac{1}{x ^ 2} \right) dx[/tex], your integral will become:

[tex]I_1 = \int \frac{du}{u ^ 2 + (\sqrt{2}) ^ 2} = \frac{1}{\sqrt{2}} \arctan \left( \frac{u}{\sqrt{2}} \right) + C_1 = \frac{1}{\sqrt{2}} \arctan \left( \frac{x + \frac{1}{x}}{\sqrt{2}} \right) + C_1[/tex]

The second integral can be done by the u-substitution: [tex]u = x + \frac{1}{x}[/tex]

[tex]I_2 = \int \frac{x ^ 2 - 1}{x ^ 4 + 1} dx = \int \frac{1 - \frac{1}{x ^ 2}}{x ^ 2 + \frac{1}{x ^ 2}} dx = \int \frac{1 - \frac{1}{x ^ 2}}{\left( x + \frac{1}{x} \right) ^ 2 - 2} dx = ...[/tex]
Can you go from here? :)
 
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thank alot!
 

FAQ: Solving Integrals by Substitution: Tips and Tricks

How do I know when to use substitution to solve an integral?

Substitution is used when the integrand (the function being integrated) contains a nested function, such as f(g(x)). In these cases, substitution can often simplify the integral and make it easier to solve.

What is the general process for solving integrals by substitution?

The general process for solving integrals by substitution involves identifying the nested function within the integrand, substituting it with a new variable, solving for the new variable, and then substituting back into the original integral.

What are some common pitfalls to avoid when solving integrals by substitution?

One common pitfall is forgetting to substitute back in the original variable after solving for the new one. Another is making the wrong substitution, which can lead to an incorrect solution.

What are some helpful tips for solving integrals by substitution?

One helpful tip is to try different substitutions if the first one does not work. Another is to carefully check your work and substitute back in the original variable to ensure that the solution is correct.

Can you provide an example of solving an integral by substitution?

Yes, an example of solving the integral ∫ cos(2x)dx using substitution is as follows:

Let u = 2x, then du/dx = 2, or du = 2dx

Substituting into the integral, we get ∫ cos(u)(1/2)du.

Integrating, we get (1/2)sin(u) + C = (1/2)sin(2x) + C.

Substituting back in the original variable, the final solution is (1/2)sin(2x) + C.

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