Derivative of Integral: Is F'(x) = 2x sin(x^2) the Correct Answer?

In summary: The 2x can be combined with the x^2 in the denominator to give a final answer of -2sin(x^2). So, in summary, the derivative of the given function is -2sin(x^2).
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Homework Statement


Find the derivative of the function
[itex]F(x) = \int^0_{x^2-1}\frac{sin(t+1)}{t+1}dt[/itex]


Homework Equations





The Attempt at a Solution


[itex]F'(x) = -\frac{sin(x^2)}{x^2}[/itex]

I'm just learning this and unsure if this is correct. It seems too easy?
 
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theRukus said:

Homework Statement


Find the derivative of the function
[itex]F(x) = \int^0_{x^2-1}\frac{sin(t+1)}{t+1}dt[/itex]


Homework Equations





The Attempt at a Solution


[itex]F'(x) = -\frac{sin(x^2)}{x^2}[/itex]

I'm just learning this and unsure if this is correct. It seems too easy?

Right. It's not as easy as you are making it. You need to use the chain rule.

[tex]F(x) = \int^0_{x^2-1}\frac{sin(t+1)}{t+1}dt = -\int_0^{x^2-1}\frac{sin(t+1)}{t+1}dt [/tex]

The Fundamental Theorem of Calculus says that, if
[tex]F(x) = \int_0^x f(t)dt [/tex]
then F'(x) = f(x)

Notice however, that one of your integration limits is not x, but is instead a function of x.

[tex]\frac{d}{dx}\int_0^{u} f(t)dt = \frac{d}{du}\int_0^u f(t)dt \cdot \frac{du}{dx}[/tex]

Now the integral matches the form in the FTC.
 
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So the answer would be,

[itex]-\frac{sin(x^2)}{x^2} \cdot 2x[/itex]

Is this now correct?
 
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\cdot for center dot.
 
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theRukus said:
So the answer would be,

[itex]-\frac{sin(x^2)}{x^2} \cdot 2x[/itex]

Is this now correct?
Looks good, but can be simplified a bit.
 

FAQ: Derivative of Integral: Is F'(x) = 2x sin(x^2) the Correct Answer?

What is the definition of the derivative of an integral?

The derivative of an integral is a mathematical operation that gives the rate of change of the integral with respect to its variable. It is denoted by d/dx and represents the slope of the tangent line to the integral curve at a specific point.

Why is the derivative of an integral important?

The derivative of an integral is important because it allows us to calculate the instantaneous rate of change of a function, which is crucial in applications such as physics, economics, and engineering. It also helps in finding the maximum and minimum values of a function.

What is the formula for finding the derivative of an integral?

The formula for finding the derivative of an integral is d/dx ∫f(x)dx = f(x). This means that the derivative of an integral is the original function f(x).

Can the derivative of an integral be negative?

Yes, the derivative of an integral can be negative. This happens when the integral curve is decreasing, which means that the slope of the tangent line is negative. This can occur when the original function is decreasing or when the integral has a negative constant term.

How do you find the derivative of a definite integral?

To find the derivative of a definite integral, we use the fundamental theorem of calculus which states that d/dx ∫a to b f(x)dx = f(b) - f(a). This means that we can find the derivative of a definite integral by evaluating the original function at the upper limit of integration and subtracting it from the value of the original function at the lower limit of integration.

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