Integration Techniques: Solving ∫dx/1+e^x, ∫csc^4x/cot^2x, ∫cos^7 2x

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In summary: Another way to proceed with the second problem is:\frac{\csc^4(x)}{\cot^2(x)}=\frac{\tan^2(x)}{\sin^4(x)}=\frac{1}{\left(\sin(x)\cos(x) \right)^2}=4\csc^2(2x)Now write the integral as:-2\int-\csc^2(2x)\,2\,dx=4\csc^2(2x)
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what technique should I use here?

∫dx/1+e^x

∫csc^4x dx/cot^2x

∫cos^7 2x dx
 
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Re: integration help!

paulmdrdo said:
what technique should I use here?

∫dx/1+e^x

∫csc^4x dx/cot^2x

∫cos^7 2x dx
Hello Paul,

For the first one I asume you mean
\(\displaystyle \int\frac{dx}{1+e^x}\)
start with multiply both side with \(\displaystyle e^x\) so we got:
\(\displaystyle \int\frac{e^x}{e^x(1+e^x)}dx\)
subsitute \(\displaystyle u=e^x+1 <=> du=e^xdx\)
so our integrate become
\(\displaystyle \int \frac{du}{(u-1)u}\)
I leave the partial fraction to you:)

For the rest I need to think more...

Regards,
\(\displaystyle |\pi\rangle\)
 
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Re: integration help!

Petrus said:
Hello Paul,

For the first one I asume you mean
\(\displaystyle \int\frac{dx}{1+e^x}\)
start with multiply both side with \(\displaystyle e^x\) so we got:
\(\displaystyle \int\frac{e^x}{e^x(1+e^x)}dx\)
subsitute \(\displaystyle u=e^x+1 <=> du=e^xdx\)
so our integrate become
\(\displaystyle \int \frac{du}{(u-1)u}\)
I leave the partial fraction to you:)

For the rest I need to think more...

Regards,
\(\displaystyle |\pi\rangle\)

is this correct?

1/(u*(u-1)) = 1/(u-1) + 1/u
ln(u-1) + ln(u) + c
= ln(e^x) + ln(e^x+1) + c
= x + ln(e^x+1) + c.
 
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Re: integration help!

paulmdrdo said:
is this correct?

1/(u*(u-1)) = 1/(u-1) + 1/u
ln(u-1) + ln(u) + c
= ln(e^x) + ln(e^x+1) + c
= x + ln(e^x+1) + c.
Hello Paul,
Right now I am not home but the correct answer (with wolframalpha) is \(\displaystyle x - ln(e^x+1) + c.\) I will solve this as soon as I am home!Regards,
\(\displaystyle \pi\rangle\)
 
  • #5
You missed a sign in the partial fraction .

Here is an another way to do it

\(\displaystyle \frac{1}{1+e^x}= \frac{1+e^x -e^x}{1+e^x} = 1-\frac{e^x}{1+e^x}\)

Now you realize that the numerator is the derivative of the denominator , can you finish now ?
 
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\(\displaystyle \Large \frac{\csc^4x}{\cot^2x} = \frac{\frac{1}{\sin^4 x}}{\frac{\cos^2 x}{\sin^2 x}} = \frac{1}{\sin^2 x \, \cos^2 x} =\frac{\sin^2 x + \cos^2 x }{\sin^2 x \, \cos^2 x} = \sec^2 x + \csc^2 x \)
 
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\(\displaystyle \cos^7 2x = \cos 2x ( 1-\sin^2 2x)^4 \)

The rest is for you .
 
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ZaidAlyafey said:
You missed a sign in the partial fraction .

Here is an another way to do it

\(\displaystyle \frac{1}{1+e^x}= \frac{1+e^x -e^x}{1+e^x} = 1-\frac{e^x}{1+e^x}\)

Now you realize that the numerator is the derivative of the denominator , can you finish now ?

i have a feeling that this correct. is it?
=>∫(e^x+1)/e^x+1) dx - ∫e^x dx /(e^x+1)

=>∫dx - ∫d(e^x+1)/e^x+1

=>x - ln(e^x+1) + c
 
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paulmdrdo said:
i have a feeling that this correct. is it?
=>∫(e^x+1)/e^x+1) dx - ∫e^x dx /(e^x+1)

=>∫dx - ∫d(e^x+1)/e^x+1

=>x - ln(e^x+1) + c

Correct !
 
  • #10
ZaidAlyafey said:
\(\displaystyle \frac{1}{1+e^x}= \frac{1+e^x -e^x}{1+e^x} = 1-\frac{e^x}{1+e^x}\)
Amazing(Clapping)(I never think like that...)
Sorry Paul for making the problem more work then it need...
ZaidAlyafey said:
\(\displaystyle \Large \frac{\csc^4x}{\cot^2x} = \frac{\frac{1}{\sin^4 x}}{\frac{\cos^2 x}{\sin^2 x}} = \frac{1}{\sin^2 x \, \cos^2 x} =\frac{\sin^2 x + \cos^2 x }{\sin^2 x \, \cos^2 x} = \sec^2 x + \csc^2 x \)
your third and fourth step I did not understand
\(\displaystyle \frac{1}{\sin^2 x \, \cos^2 x} =\frac{\sin^2 x + \cos^2 x }{\sin^2 x \, \cos^2 x}\)
How does that work? \(\displaystyle |\pi\rangle\)
 
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Petrus said:
\(\displaystyle \frac{1}{\sin^2 x \, \cos^2 x} =\frac{\sin^2 x + \cos^2 x }{\sin^2 x \, \cos^2 x}\)

How does that work?

\(\displaystyle 1= \sin^2 x + \cos^2 x \)

I substituted instead of \(\displaystyle 1\) in the numerator the term \(\displaystyle \sin^2 x + \cos^2 x \).
 
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ZaidAlyafey said:
\(\displaystyle 1= \sin^2 x + \cos^2 x \)

I substituted instead of \(\displaystyle 1\) in the numerator the term \(\displaystyle \sin^2 x + \cos^2 x \).
Hey Zaid,
Thanks for the fast responed...! I see.. My bad that was obvious...

Regards,
\(\displaystyle |\pi\rangle\)
 
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Another way to proceed with the second problem is:

\(\displaystyle \frac{\csc^4(x)}{\cot^2(x)}=\frac{\tan^2(x)}{\sin^4(x)}=\frac{1}{\left(\sin(x)\cos(x) \right)^2}=4\csc^2(2x)\)

Now write the integral as:

\(\displaystyle -2\int-\csc^2(2x)\,2\,dx\)
 

FAQ: Integration Techniques: Solving ∫dx/1+e^x, ∫csc^4x/cot^2x, ∫cos^7 2x

How do I solve ∫dx/1+e^x using integration techniques?

To solve ∫dx/1+e^x, we can use the substitution method by letting u = 1+e^x. This will result in du = e^x dx, which we can then substitute into the original integral. The integral then becomes ∫du/u, which can be easily solved using the natural log function.

What is the best approach for solving ∫csc^4x/cot^2x?

The most efficient approach for solving ∫csc^4x/cot^2x is to use the trigonometric identity csc^2x = 1 + cot^2x. This will result in the integral becoming ∫(1+cot^2x)/cot^2x, which can then be simplified and solved using integration techniques.

Can I use a u-substitution to solve ∫cos^7 2x?

Yes, a u-substitution can be used to solve ∫cos^7 2x. Let u = 2x, which results in du = 2 dx. We can then substitute this into the integral, which becomes (1/2)∫cos^7 u du. From here, we can use the power reduction formula for cosine to simplify and solve the integral.

Is there a specific formula or rule for solving integrals involving trigonometric functions?

Yes, there are various formulas and rules that can be used to solve integrals involving trigonometric functions. Some of the most commonly used ones include the power reduction formulas, integration by parts, and trigonometric identities such as csc^2x = 1 + cot^2x and sec^2x = 1 + tan^2x.

Are there any tips for solving integrals that involve both exponential and trigonometric functions?

One tip for solving integrals involving both exponential and trigonometric functions is to look for a substitution that can simplify the integral. For example, if the integral contains e^x and sin x, we can use the substitution u = e^x to eliminate the exponential term and make the integral easier to solve.

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