What Mistakes Are in My Integral Calculations?

When substituting the limits of integration, you need to use the chain rule and multiply by the derivative of the inside function, which is 1/2. This gives us (-2\cos(2\pi) + 2\cos(0))/2 = (-2 + 2)/2 = 0. Therefore, the solution is 0, not 4.
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Physicsrapper
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Find the value of the integral:
a) ∫0π(sinx + 2)dx

Formula I found:
integral.gif
sin x dx = -cos x + C

My calculation: F(x) = -cosx + 2x
=> (-cosπ + 2π)-(-cos0) = -1 + 2π + 1 = 2π , but the solution should be 2π +2

b) ∫0sin(x/2)dx

My calculation: F(x) = -cosx/2
=> -cosπ + cos0 = 0 ; but the solution should be 4

What did I wrong in those equations? Can anyone help?
 
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  • #2
sin x + 2 ≠ sin x

You can't pretend the 2 doesn't exist and then ignore it when you integrate.
 
  • #3
Take care: cos(0)=1, cos(pi)=-1
 
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Physicsrapper said:
Find the value of the integral:
a) ∫0π(sinx + 2)dx

Formula I found:
integral.gif
sin x dx = -cos x + C

My calculation: F(x) = -cosx + 2x
=> (-cosπ + 2π)-(-cos0) = -1 + 2π + 1 = 2π , but the solution should be 2π +2

[itex]-\cos\pi = -(-1) = 1[/itex].

b) ∫0sin(x/2)dx

My calculation: F(x) = -cosx/2
=> -cosπ + cos0 = 0 ; but the solution should be 4

What did I wrong in those equations? Can anyone help?

The integral of [itex]\sin(x/2)[/itex] is [itex]-2\cos(x/2) + C[/itex].
 

FAQ: What Mistakes Are in My Integral Calculations?

1. What is the integral of sine function?

The integral of sine function is a mathematical calculation that represents the area under the curve of the sine function. It is denoted by ∫sin(x)dx and can be solved using various integration techniques.

2. Why is the integral of sine function important?

The integral of sine function is used in various fields of science and engineering, including physics, mathematics, and signal processing. It helps in solving differential equations, finding the area under curves, and determining the displacement, velocity, and acceleration of oscillating objects.

3. How do you solve the integral of sine function?

The integral of sine function can be solved using integration techniques such as substitution, integration by parts, and trigonometric identities. The exact method used depends on the complexity of the function and the desired form of the solution.

4. What is the general formula for the integral of sine function?

The general formula for the integral of sine function is ∫sin(x)dx = -cos(x) + C, where C is the constant of integration. However, this formula can be modified depending on the integration method used and any other terms present in the function.

5. Can the integral of sine function be evaluated for all values of x?

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