Math Problem Statement

integrate(sqrt(e^x^2)/(e^x^2), x, -infinity, infinity)

Solution

The integral you're asking to evaluate is:

ex2ex2dx\int_{-\infty}^{\infty} \frac{\sqrt{e^{x^2}}}{e^{x^2}} \, dx

First, let's simplify the integrand:

ex2ex2=ex2/2ex2=ex2/2\frac{\sqrt{e^{x^2}}}{e^{x^2}} = \frac{e^{x^2/2}}{e^{x^2}} = e^{-x^2/2}

So, the integral becomes:

ex2/2dx\int_{-\infty}^{\infty} e^{-x^2/2} \, dx

This is a standard Gaussian integral with a coefficient in the exponent. The general formula for the Gaussian integral is:

eax2dx=πa\int_{-\infty}^{\infty} e^{-ax^2} \, dx = \sqrt{\frac{\pi}{a}}

Here, a=12a = \frac{1}{2}. Therefore, the integral evaluates to:

ex2/2dx=2π1=2π\int_{-\infty}^{\infty} e^{-x^2/2} \, dx = \sqrt{\frac{2\pi}{1}} = \sqrt{2\pi}

Thus, the final answer is:

2π\sqrt{2\pi}

Would you like further details or have any questions? Here are some related questions to expand your understanding:

  1. How do Gaussian integrals relate to probability theory?
  2. What is the significance of the standard normal distribution in statistics?
  3. How can we evaluate integrals involving ex2e^{-x^2} using polar coordinates?
  4. How would the integral change if the exponent were eax2e^{-ax^2} with a12a \neq \frac{1}{2}?
  5. What are the applications of Gaussian functions in physics?

Tip: When dealing with integrals involving exponentials, always look for a Gaussian form, as these integrals have well-known solutions.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Integral Calculus
Gaussian Integral

Formulas

Gaussian integral formula: \( \int_{-\infty}^{\infty} e^{-ax^2} \, dx = \sqrt{\frac{\pi}{a}} \)

Theorems

Evaluation of Gaussian integrals

Suitable Grade Level

Advanced Undergraduate