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Use the substitution u=x^2-2 to find the integral of (6x^3+4x)/sqrt( x^2-2)

First use the substitution to find du/dx which is 2x. From this we now know that dx= du/2x (just re-arranging.) Substituting that into the integral we now get (6x3+4x)/ (sqrt (u) x 2x) du. Canc...

Answered by Khalil S. Maths tutor
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Let f(x)=x^3 - 2x^2 + 5. For which value(s) of x does f(x)=5?

Although it can be tempting to dive straight into such a question, its always useful in mathematics to take a step back and assess the question before scribbling down panicked answers.

For inst...

Answered by Jed G. Maths tutor
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Integrate lnx

This question often throws maths students off fairly easily as they are generally not taught the integral of lnx, and do not usually realise that integration by parts can be used for anything, as you can ...

Answered by Owen M. Maths tutor
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Find the coordinates of the stationary point of the graph y = 3x^2 - 12x

Firstly, we need to differentiate the equation to find an equation for the gradient of the line.dy/dx = 6x-12We know the original graph was quadratic, and therefore only has one stationary point. This is ...

Answered by Jack M. Maths tutor
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I struggle to simplify the following equation: (see answer)

3l2mn + nl2m - 5mn2l + l2nm + 2n2ml - mn2
The first step is to ask yourself if there is anything that could help you simplify the equ...

Answered by Luc S. Maths tutor
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