What is the integration step used for quadratic factors in the denominator?

In summary, Lang's first course in calculus discusses integrating quotients with quadratic factors in the denominator. When n=1, he uses integration by parts to get the integral of \int{\frac{1}{(x^2+1)^n}dx} which results in two integrals: \int{\frac{1}{x^2+1}dx} and \int{\frac{1}{(x^2+1)^2}dx}. This is achieved by finding the common denominator and simplifying the expression.
  • #1
Polymath89
27
0
Im reading Lang's first course in calculus and can't understand one step that he does when trying to integrate quotients with quadratic factors in the denominator. He's trying to find the integral of [tex]\int{\frac{1}{(x^2+1)^n}dx}[/tex]

but he's first starting with the case where n=1

Then while using integration by parts he gets this integral for [itex]\int{vdu}[/itex] [tex]2 \int{\frac{x^2}{(x^2+1)^2}dx}[/tex]

then he writes x^2=x^2+1-1 and gets [tex]\int{\frac{1}{x^2+1}dx}-\int{\frac{1}{(x^2+1)^2}dx}[/tex]

now I don't understand why he gets those two integrals as a result of writing x^2 as x^2+1-1, can anybody please help me out here?
 
Physics news on Phys.org
  • #2
Find the common denominator.
 
  • #3
[tex]\frac{x^2}{(x^2+1)^2} = \frac{x^2+1-1}{(x^2+1)^2} = \frac{(x^2+1)-1}{(x^2+1)^2} = \frac{x^2+1}{(x^2+1)^2} - \frac{1}{(x^2+1)^2} = \frac{1}{x^2+1} - \frac{1}{(x^2+1)^2}[/tex]
 
  • #4
sorry didn't see that^^ thanks a lot guys.
 

Related to What is the integration step used for quadratic factors in the denominator?

What is integration by partial fractions?

Integration by partial fractions is a method used to simplify the integration of rational functions, which are fractions where the numerator and denominator are polynomials. It involves breaking down a single fraction into smaller, simpler fractions that can be more easily integrated.

Why is integration by partial fractions useful?

Integration by partial fractions is useful because it allows us to integrate rational functions that would be difficult or impossible to integrate otherwise. It can also help us find the inverse Laplace transform of a function, which is often used in engineering and physics.

What types of fractions can be integrated using partial fractions?

Only proper rational functions, where the degree of the numerator is less than the degree of the denominator, can be integrated using partial fractions. Improper rational functions, where the degree of the numerator is greater than or equal to the degree of the denominator, must be simplified before using this method.

What is the process for integrating by partial fractions?

The process for integrating by partial fractions involves breaking down the original fraction into smaller fractions using the method of undetermined coefficients. This involves finding the unknown coefficients and setting up a system of equations to solve for them. Once the unknown coefficients are found, the fractions can be integrated separately.

Are there any special cases when integrating by partial fractions?

Yes, there are special cases when integrating by partial fractions, such as when the denominator of the original fraction contains repeated factors or when the denominator cannot be factored. In these cases, additional steps may be needed to fully integrate the fraction.

Similar threads

Replies
2
Views
1K
Replies
3
Views
1K
Replies
2
Views
1K
  • Calculus
Replies
6
Views
1K
Replies
17
Views
1K
Replies
6
Views
917
  • Calculus
Replies
1
Views
1K
Replies
3
Views
1K
Replies
3
Views
571
Back
Top