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Physics

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1-Page Exam Sheet: Integration by Parts

Always set u = x (Algebraic) before e^(2x) (Exponential) so u differentiates down to 1 in one step.

  • 1. Set u = x → du = dx; set dv = e^(2x) dx → v = ½e^(2x)
  • 2. Apply uv - ∫v du: ½x·e^(2x) - ∫ ½e^(2x) dx
  • 3. Final Exam Answer: ½x·e^(2x) - ¼e^(2x) + C

Which function becomes "u" in ∫ x·ln(x) dx?

u = ln(x), because Logarithmic (L) beats Algebraic (A) in LIATE.

Why do students lose 2 points on the final step?

Forgetting to divide by the inner derivative (½ twice → ¼) and omitting + C.

When should you use Tabular Integration instead?

Whenever u is a polynomial (like x³) paired with sin(x) or e^(kx).