Math Problem Statement

∫ from 1 to 2 of (6/x + 2e^x) dx

Solution

The given mathematical expression is:

12(61x+2ex)dx\int_1^2 \left(6 \cdot \frac{1}{x} + 2 \cdot e^x\right) \, dx

To solve this definite integral, we will break it into two parts and solve each one separately.

Step 1: Separate the integral

12(61x+2ex)dx=1261xdx+122exdx\int_1^2 \left(6 \cdot \frac{1}{x} + 2 \cdot e^x \right) \, dx = \int_1^2 6 \cdot \frac{1}{x} \, dx + \int_1^2 2 \cdot e^x \, dx

Step 2: Solve the first integral

61xdx=6lnx\int 6 \cdot \frac{1}{x} \, dx = 6 \ln|x| Evaluating from x=1x = 1 to x=2x = 2:

6lnx12=6ln(2)6ln(1)6 \ln|x| \Big|_1^2 = 6 \ln(2) - 6 \ln(1) Since ln(1)=0\ln(1) = 0, this simplifies to: 6ln(2)6 \ln(2)

Step 3: Solve the second integral

2exdx=2ex\int 2 \cdot e^x \, dx = 2e^x Evaluating from x=1x = 1 to x=2x = 2:

2ex12=2e22e1=2e22e2e^x \Big|_1^2 = 2e^2 - 2e^1 = 2e^2 - 2e

Step 4: Combine the results

Now, adding the two results together:

6ln(2)+(2e22e)6 \ln(2) + (2e^2 - 2e)

Thus, the final solution to the integral is:

6ln(2)+2e22e6 \ln(2) + 2e^2 - 2e

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Here are 5 related questions to expand your understanding:

  1. How do we handle logarithmic functions in integrals?
  2. What are the properties of the natural logarithm function?
  3. How does the exponential function behave in definite integrals?
  4. What are some applications of definite integrals in real-world problems?
  5. Can you try solving a similar integral with different limits of integration?

Tip: Always check if the functions you're integrating have standard results. Many common integrals (like exe^x and 1/x1/x) have easily recognized antiderivatives.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Calculus
Definite Integrals
Logarithmic Functions
Exponential Functions

Formulas

∫ (1/x) dx = ln|x|
∫ e^x dx = e^x

Theorems

Fundamental Theorem of Calculus

Suitable Grade Level

Undergraduate/Advanced High School