Math Problem Statement

Evaluate the integral. (Use C for the constant of integration.)

(x2 − 9x) dx

Solution

The given integral is:

(x29x)dx\int (x^2 - 9x) \, dx

To solve this, we can split the integral into two parts:

x2dx9xdx\int x^2 \, dx - \int 9x \, dx

Step 1: Evaluate each integral separately.

  1. For x2dx\int x^2 \, dx:

x2dx=x33\int x^2 \, dx = \frac{x^3}{3}

  1. For 9xdx\int 9x \, dx:

9xdx=9x22\int 9x \, dx = \frac{9x^2}{2}

Step 2: Combine the results.

Now, subtract the two integrals:

x339x22+C\frac{x^3}{3} - \frac{9x^2}{2} + C

Where CC is the constant of integration.

Final answer:

x339x22+C\frac{x^3}{3} - \frac{9x^2}{2} + C

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Here are 5 related questions to expand on this topic:

  1. How do you handle integrals of polynomials in general?
  2. What happens if there is a constant multiplier in the integrand?
  3. How do you solve integrals involving higher powers of xx?
  4. What are the general rules for finding antiderivatives?
  5. How would you compute the definite integral of this function from 0 to 2?

Tip: Always remember to include the constant of integration CC when solving indefinite integrals.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Calculus
Indefinite Integral
Polynomials

Formulas

Integral of x^n: ∫x^n dx = (x^(n+1))/(n+1) + C
∫(x^2 - 9x) dx = ∫x^2 dx - ∫9x dx

Theorems

Power Rule of Integration

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 11-12 / Early College