Math Problem Statement

Find the general indefinite integral. (Use C for the constant of integration.) (x5)^(4/2) dx

Solution

To find the general indefinite integral, we start by simplifying the integrand.

Given: (x5)4/2dx\int (x^5)^{4/2} \, dx

Step 1: Simplify the exponent

(x5)4/2=(x5)2=x10(x^5)^{4/2} = (x^5)^2 = x^{10}

The integral simplifies to: x10dx\int x^{10} \, dx

Step 2: Apply the power rule of integration

The power rule states: xndx=xn+1n+1+C,for n1\int x^n \, dx = \frac{x^{n+1}}{n+1} + C, \quad \text{for } n \neq -1

Here, n=10n = 10. Substituting: x10dx=x10+110+1+C=x1111+C\int x^{10} \, dx = \frac{x^{10+1}}{10+1} + C = \frac{x^{11}}{11} + C

Final Answer:

x1111+C\frac{x^{11}}{11} + C

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Here are 5 related questions to expand understanding:

  1. How would you integrate (x3)6(x^3)^6?
  2. What happens if the integrand has fractional exponents, e.g., (x2)3/2(x^2)^{3/2}?
  3. How do you handle definite integrals of polynomials?
  4. What is the general method to integrate xnx^n when n1n \neq -1?
  5. Can you find the derivative of x1111+C\frac{x^{11}}{11} + C to verify the result?

Tip: Simplify the integrand as much as possible before applying integration rules—it often reduces complexity significantly!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Exponentiation
Integral Calculus

Formulas

Power Rule of Integration: ∫x^n dx = (x^(n+1))/(n+1) + C, for n ≠ -1
Exponentiation Simplification: (x^m)^n = x^(m*n)

Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 11-12