Math Problem Statement

Find the integral of the polynomial function (4x^3 - 6x^2 + x - 3) dx.

Solution

The problem asks for the integral of the polynomial function 4x36x2+x34x^3 - 6x^2 + x - 3.

To solve the integral (4x36x2+x3)dx\int (4x^3 - 6x^2 + x - 3) \, dx, we integrate each term separately:

4x3dx=4x44=x4\int 4x^3 \, dx = 4 \cdot \frac{x^4}{4} = x^4

6x2dx=6x33=2x3\int 6x^2 \, dx = 6 \cdot \frac{x^3}{3} = 2x^3

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

(3)dx=3x\int (-3) \, dx = -3x

Adding these results together, the integral is:

x42x3+x223x+Cx^4 - 2x^3 + \frac{x^2}{2} - 3x + C

where CC is the constant of integration.

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Here are 5 related questions to expand your understanding:

  1. How do you determine the constant of integration when evaluating indefinite integrals?
  2. How does the power rule for integration differ from the power rule for differentiation?
  3. What happens if one of the terms in the integrand is a fractional power or a root?
  4. How would you integrate a polynomial function if it included trigonometric terms?
  5. What are some real-world applications of integrating polynomial functions?

Tip: When integrating, always add a constant of integration (CC) for indefinite integrals to account for the family of functions that differ by a constant.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Calculus
Integration
Polynomial Functions

Formulas

Indefinite Integral Formula: ∫x^n dx = (x^(n+1))/(n+1) + C

Theorems

Fundamental Theorem of Calculus

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 10-12