Calculate the indefinite integral of xsinx

They key is to integrate by parts, set u = x, u' = 1, v' = sinx, v = -cosx
So, integral(xsinx) =uv - integral(u'v)+c = -xcosx - integral(-cosx) +c = -xcosx +sinx + c
which is the answer

SL
Answered by Samuel L. Maths tutor

4461 Views

See similar Maths A Level tutors

Related Maths A Level answers

All answers ▸

How to differentiate using the Product Rule


Solve 7x – 9 = 3x + 2


Find the gradient of y=x^2-6x-16 at the point where the curve crosses the x-axis


Integrate the function f(x) = 1/(4x-1)


We're here to help

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

MyTutor is part of the IXL family of brands:

© 2026 by IXL Learning