integrate 1/(x^2+4x+13)

The first step is to notice that this is a standard integral in the form of 1/(x^2+a^2). In order to reach this form, we must first complete the square. Then we have 1/(x+2)^2-4+13=1/(x+2)^2+9. We can then use the substitution u = x+2. du=dx to obtain 1/u^2+3^2, our required form. Using a formula booklet, we see that this integrates into 1/3 arctan(u/3). We then substitute for u giving 1/3 arctan(x+2)/3

JT
Answered by Jim T. Maths tutor

9046 Views

See similar Maths A Level tutors

Related Maths A Level answers

All answers ▸

If cos(x)= 1/3 and x is acute, then find tan(x).


Find the solutions of the equation 3cos(2 theta) - 5cos(theta) + 2 = 0 in the interval 0 < theta < 2pi.


A ball is thrown vertically upwards with a speed of 24.5m/s. For how long is the ball higher than 29.4m above its initial position? Take acceleration due to gravity to be 9.8m/s^2.


Solve the complex equation z^3 + 32 + 32i(sqrt(3)) = 0


We're here to help

contact us iconContact ustelephone icon+44 (0) 203 773 6020
Facebook logoInstagram logoLinkedIn logo

© MyTutorWeb Ltd 2013–2025

Terms & Conditions|Privacy Policy
Cookie Preferences