Section 5.2

Computing Integrals

Building the toolkit. From powers to exponentials to logarithms, we learn the rules that let us dismantle complex expressions.

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Basic Rules

Power Rule

Where

Log Rule

The case.

Exponential

Easiest derivative, easiest integral.

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Worked Example: Simplifying Fractions

Rational Simplification

Evaluate .

1. Divide First

No Quotient Rule for integrals! Split it up.


2. Integrate Each Term
3. Final Result
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Level Up Examples

Example A: Exponentials

Evaluate .

1. Break Constant and e:
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2. Result:
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Example B: Expand Before Integrating

Evaluate .

1. FOIL:
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2. Integrate:
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3. Result:
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Practice Quiz

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