Do you have a diferent method to solve this Integral?

In summary, the integral of $\displaystyle \frac{1}{e^x + 1}$ can be solved by using substitution and partial fractions, resulting in the final solution of $\displaystyle x - \ln{ \left( e^x + 1 \right) } + C$.
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Bryan1
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Integral[(dx/(ex+1)]
Here’s my method:
If
x = -Ln(u)
Then
dx = -du/u;
ex = 1/u;
u = e-x;
Substituting in the integral we get:
Integral[(-du/u)/((1/u)+1)] = -Integral[du/(1+u)]
Solving the integer in terms of u:
-Ln|1+u|+C
Substituting x in the result:
-Ln|1+e-x|+C
Sorry that i didn't use the appropriate math symbols, I don't unsderstand the language used to do it. And also sorry if there's english mistakes.
Tank you for reading up to this point.
 
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I would write:

\(\displaystyle \int\frac{1}{e^x+1}\,dx=-\int\frac{-e^{-x}}{e^{-x}+1}\,dx=-\ln\left(e^{-x}+1\right)+C\)
 
  • #3
Bryan said:
Integral[(dx/(ex+1)]
Here’s my method:
If
x = -Ln(u)
Then
dx = -du/u;
ex = 1/u;
u = e-x;
Substituting in the integral we get:
Integral[(-du/u)/((1/u)+1)] = -Integral[du/(1+u)]
Solving the integer in terms of u:
-Ln|1+u|+C
Substituting x in the result:
-Ln|1+e-x|+C
Sorry that i didn't use the appropriate math symbols, I don't unsderstand the language used to do it. And also sorry if there's english mistakes.
Tank you for reading up to this point.

$\displaystyle \begin{align*} \int{\frac{dx}{e^x + 1}} &= \int{\frac{e^x\,dx}{e^x \left( e^x + 1 \right)} } \\ &= \int{ \frac{du}{u \left( u +1 \right) } } \textrm{ if we let } u = e^x \implies du = e^x\,dx \end{align*}$

So now applying partial fractions:

$\displaystyle \begin{align*} \frac{A}{u} + \frac{B}{u + 1} &\equiv \frac{1}{u \left( u + 1 \right) } \\ A \left( u + 1 \right) + B \, u &\equiv 1 \end{align*}$

Let $\displaystyle \begin{align*} u = 0 \end{align*}$ and we find $\displaystyle \begin{align*} A = 1 \end{align*}$ and let $\displaystyle \begin{align*} u = -1 \end{align*}$ to find $\displaystyle \begin{align*} B = -1 \end{align*}$ and we have

$\displaystyle \begin{align*} \int{ \frac{du}{u \left( u + 1 \right) } } &= \int{ \frac{1}{u} - \frac{1}{u + 1} \,du } \\ &= \ln{ \left| u \right| } - \ln{ \left| u + 1 \right| } + C \\ &= \ln{ \left| e^x \right| } - \ln{ \left| e^x + 1 \right| } + C \\ &= \ln{ \left( e^x \right) } - \ln{ \left( e^x + 1 \right) } + C \textrm{ since } e^x > 0 \textrm{ for all } x \\ &= x - \ln{ \left( e^x + 1 \right) }+ C \end{align*}$
 

FAQ: Do you have a diferent method to solve this Integral?

What is your approach in solving integrals?

My approach in solving integrals is to first identify the type of integral (e.g. definite or indefinite, trigonometric, logarithmic, etc.) and then use appropriate techniques such as substitution, integration by parts, or partial fractions to simplify the integral. I also make sure to check my answer using differentiation to ensure its accuracy.

How do you choose the method for solving a specific integral?

The method for solving a specific integral depends on its form and the techniques I am familiar with. I usually start by looking for patterns or commonalities with integrals I have solved before, and then proceed to apply the appropriate technique.

Can you give an example of a difficult integral you have solved using a unique method?

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How do you check the correctness of your solution to an integral?

I check the correctness of my solution by taking the derivative of the antiderivative I have found. If the resulting expression matches the original integrand, then my solution is correct. I also use online integral calculators or ask a colleague to double-check my work.

Is there a specific order in which you follow when solving integrals?

No, there is no specific order in which I follow when solving integrals. However, I do make sure to thoroughly understand the problem and choose the most efficient method to solve it. I also check my answer and simplify as much as possible before moving on to the next problem.

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