Math Problem Statement

Solve the integral \( \int \frac{\sqrt{x}}{\sqrt{x - 3}} \, dx \)

Solution

The integral provided in the image is:

xx3dx\int \frac{\sqrt{x}}{\sqrt{x - 3}} \, dx

To solve this, let's proceed with a substitution to simplify the expression.

Step-by-step solution:

  1. Substitution: Let u=x3u = x - 3, hence du=dxdu = dx. Then, x=u+3x = u + 3 and x=u+3\sqrt{x} = \sqrt{u + 3}.

  2. Rewrite the integral: The integral now becomes: u+3udu=(u+3)1/2u1/2du\int \frac{\sqrt{u + 3}}{\sqrt{u}} \, du = \int \frac{(u + 3)^{1/2}}{u^{1/2}} \, du

  3. Simplify the expression: (u+3)1/2u1/2du=((u+3)u)1/2du\int \frac{(u + 3)^{1/2}}{u^{1/2}} \, du = \int \left( \frac{(u + 3)}{u} \right)^{1/2} \, du Expanding this integral may lead to a form that can be integrated directly using standard techniques or further substitution.

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Related Questions:

  1. What other substitution methods can be used to simplify complex integrals?
  2. How do we handle integrals with square roots in the numerator and denominator?
  3. What is the process for solving integrals using trigonometric substitution?
  4. How can integrals involving irrational functions be approached in general?
  5. What techniques are useful when faced with integrals that have shifting variables?

Tip:

When solving integrals involving square roots, always consider substitution or trigonometric identities to simplify the expression for easier integration.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Integration
Substitution in integrals
Square roots in calculus

Formulas

Substitution: Let u = x - 3
Integral of basic square roots

Theorems

Substitution rule in integration
Power rule for integration

Suitable Grade Level

College level (Calculus II)