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Why do we need the constant of integration?

Say that we have a differentiated equation f'(x), and we want to find the orginal equation f(x) from this. We would have to use integration, as differentiation and integration are the reverse of each othe...

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Answered by Eleanor M. Maths tutor
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What is the integral of x^2 + 3x + 7?

X2 -> 2X

3X -> 3

7 -> 0

Therefore X2 + 3X + 7 integrates to 2X + 3

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Answered by Rhys D. Maths tutor
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Turning points of the curve y = (9x^2 +1)/3x+2

Use quotient rule to differentiate:

dy/dx = (18x(3x+2) - 3(9x2+1))/(3x+2)2

set dy/dx=0:

54x+ 36x - 27x- 3 = 0

9x2 + 1...

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Answered by Jacob H. Maths tutor
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How do I calculate the reactant forces for the supports of the beam where the centre of mass is not same distance from each support?

This can be done by taking moments. To reduce the number of equations a moment should  be taken so that one of the forces goes through the centre of place from which moments are being taken. We will choos...

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Answered by Benjamin W. Maths tutor
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How and when should I integrate by parts?

Analyse the integral, common functions in which integration by parts is the best method include lnx and polynomials of x multiplied by exponential functions or sine and cosine functions. If this is the ca...

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Answered by Benjamin W. Maths tutor
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