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  • Pavini Lahoti

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    August 7, 2024 at 2:37 pm

    There are several different formulas and techniques used in integration, each with its own advantages and applications. Here are some of the key integration formulas and how they differ:

    Indefinite Integration:

    Power Rule: ∫x^n dx = (1/(n+1))x^(n+1) + C

    Exponential Rule: ∫e^x dx = e^x + C

    Logarithmic Rule: ∫(1/x) dx = ln|x| + C

    Definite Integration:

    Fundamental Theorem of Calculus: ∫a^b f(x) dx = F(b) – F(a), where F'(x) = f(x)

    Substitution Method: ∫g(u)g'(u) du = ∫f(x) dx, where u = g(x)

    Integration by Parts: ∫u dv = uv – ∫v du

    Special Techniques:

    Trigonometric Integrals: ∫sin^m(x)cos^n(x) dx

    Rational Functions: ∫(P(x)/Q(x)) dx, where P(x) and Q(x) are polynomials

    Partial Fractions: Decomposing a rational function into a sum of simpler rational functions

    The main differences between these integration formulas and techniques are:

    Indefinite Integration: Focuses on finding the antiderivative of a function, with an arbitrary constant of integration (C).

    Definite Integration: Calculates the area under a curve between two specific points, using the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus.

    Special Techniques: Provide specialized methods for integrating functions with specific structures, such as trigonometric functions or rational functions.

    The choice of integration method depends on the specific form of the function being integrated, as well as the desired result (indefinite or definite integral). Mastering these different integration formulas and techniques is crucial for solving a wide range of integration problems in calculus.

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