Math Problem Statement

∫ x sin(x) dx

Solution

The integral you have uploaded is:

xsin(x)dx\int x \sin(x) \, dx

To solve this, we use integration by parts, which is based on the formula:

udv=uvvdu\int u \, dv = u v - \int v \, du

For this problem, let's choose:

  • u=xu = x, so du=dxdu = dx
  • dv=sin(x)dxdv = \sin(x) \, dx, so v=cos(x)v = -\cos(x)

Now apply the integration by parts formula:

xsin(x)dx=xcos(x)+cos(x)dx\int x \sin(x) \, dx = -x \cos(x) + \int \cos(x) \, dx

The remaining integral is straightforward:

cos(x)dx=sin(x)\int \cos(x) \, dx = \sin(x)

Thus, the complete solution is:

xsin(x)dx=xcos(x)+sin(x)+C\int x \sin(x) \, dx = -x \cos(x) + \sin(x) + C

Where CC is the constant of integration.

Would you like further details or have any questions?

Here are 5 related questions to explore further:

  1. How does integration by parts work in general cases?
  2. What are some common integrals involving trigonometric functions?
  3. How would you apply integration by parts to xcos(x)dx\int x \cos(x) dx?
  4. Can you use a different method to solve xsin(x)dx\int x \sin(x) dx?
  5. How does integration by parts relate to the product rule in differentiation?

Tip: When applying integration by parts, choosing uu and dvdv wisely (where dvdv is easier to integrate) can simplify the process.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Calculus
Integration by Parts
Trigonometric Functions

Formulas

∫ u dv = uv - ∫ v du

Theorems

Integration by Parts Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

College-level Calculus