Math Problem Statement

Solve

Solve the integral \( \int 3x e^{x^2} \, dx \).

Solution

The problem involves solving the integral 3xex2dx\int 3x e^{x^2} \, dx. To solve this, we use the technique of substitution rather than moving constants outside, as suggested in the text.

Step-by-step Solution:

  1. Substitution: Let u=x2u = x^2. Then, the derivative is: du=2xdxorxdx=12du.du = 2x \, dx \quad \text{or} \quad x \, dx = \frac{1}{2} \, du.

  2. Rewrite the Integral: Substituting u=x2u = x^2 and xdx=12dux \, dx = \frac{1}{2} \, du, the integral becomes: 3xex2dx=3eu12du=32eudu.\int 3x e^{x^2} \, dx = 3 \int e^u \cdot \frac{1}{2} \, du = \frac{3}{2} \int e^u \, du.

  3. Integrate: The integral of eue^u is simply eue^u. So: 32eudu=32eu+C.\frac{3}{2} \int e^u \, du = \frac{3}{2} e^u + C.

  4. Back-Substitute u=x2u = x^2: Replace uu with x2x^2 to get the final answer: 32ex2+C.\frac{3}{2} e^{x^2} + C.

Final Answer:

32ex2+C\boxed{\frac{3}{2} e^{x^2} + C}

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Related Questions:

  1. What is the general method for solving integrals of the form xef(x)dx\int x e^{f(x)} \, dx?
  2. How does substitution simplify solving integrals?
  3. Can integration by parts also solve this problem? If yes, how?
  4. Why does moving the constant outside not help in this specific case?
  5. What are the advantages of substitution compared to other methods?

Tip:

Always look for patterns in integrals involving ex2e^{x^2} or similar expressions. Substitution is often the fastest method if the derivative of the inner function is present in the integrand.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Integration
Substitution Method
Exponential Functions

Formulas

Substitution: If \( u = g(x) \), then \( du = g'(x) \, dx \).
Integral of exponential function: \( \int e^u \, du = e^u + C \).

Theorems

Substitution Rule for Integration

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 11-12