Math Problem Statement

Evaluate the integral \( \int_{0}^{1} \frac{3x^3 - x^2 + 2x - 4}{\sqrt{x^2 - 3x + 2}} \, dx \)

Solution

The integral you provided is:

013x3x2+2x4x23x+2dx\int_{0}^{1} \frac{3x^3 - x^2 + 2x - 4}{\sqrt{x^2 - 3x + 2}} \, dx

Let me first simplify the integrand by factoring the expression inside the square root:

x23x+2=(x1)(x2)x^2 - 3x + 2 = (x - 1)(x - 2)

Thus, the integral becomes:

013x3x2+2x4(x1)(x2)dx\int_{0}^{1} \frac{3x^3 - x^2 + 2x - 4}{\sqrt{(x - 1)(x - 2)}} \, dx

At x=0x = 0, (x1)(x2)=2\sqrt{(x-1)(x-2)} = \sqrt{2}, and at x=1x = 1, the denominator goes to zero, which indicates that the integral may have a singularity at x=1x = 1.

Next steps involve resolving whether the singularity can be handled and then applying appropriate integration techniques (possibly partial fractions, substitution, or numerical methods).

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Tip: When dealing with square roots and singularities in definite integrals, it's helpful to check if the function can be simplified or if the limits of integration need adjustment.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Calculus
Integration
Algebra
Singularity

Formulas

Definite Integral
Quadratic Factorization: x^2 - 3x + 2 = (x - 1)(x - 2)

Theorems

Singularity in Definite Integral
Partial Fraction Decomposition

Suitable Grade Level

Undergraduate - Calculus II