Math Problem Statement

∫(-3x^5 )dx

Solution

To solve the integral 3x5dx\int -3x^5 \, dx, we can use the power rule for integration, which states:

xndx=xn+1n+1+C,wheren1\int x^n \, dx = \frac{x^{n+1}}{n+1} + C, \quad \text{where} \, n \neq -1

Now apply the rule to the given function:

  1. Factor out the constant 3-3: 3x5dx=3x5dx\int -3x^5 \, dx = -3 \int x^5 \, dx

  2. Apply the power rule: 3(x5+15+1)+C=3(x66)+C-3 \cdot \left( \frac{x^{5+1}}{5+1} \right) + C = -3 \cdot \left( \frac{x^6}{6} \right) + C

  3. Simplify: 3x66+C=x62+C\frac{-3x^6}{6} + C = \frac{-x^6}{2} + C

So, the solution is: 3x5dx=x62+C\int -3x^5 \, dx = \frac{-x^6}{2} + C

Would you like further explanation or have any questions?

Here are 5 related questions:

  1. What is the general formula for the power rule of integration?
  2. How would you integrate 5x4dx\int 5x^4 \, dx?
  3. How do you handle the integration of negative powers, such as x2dx\int x^{-2} \, dx?
  4. What is the constant of integration and why is it important?
  5. How would you verify the result of this integral by differentiation?

Tip: Always remember to add the constant CC when performing indefinite integrals!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Calculus
Integration
Power Rule

Formulas

∫ x^n dx = (x^(n+1))/(n+1) + C, where n ≠ -1

Theorems

Power Rule for Integration

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 11-12