Find the Antiderivative f(x)=8x^(3/5)+5x^(-4/5)
The problem is asking for the calculation of an antiderivative (also known as the indefinite integral) of a given algebraic function. Specifically, the function presented is f(x) = 8x^(3/5) + 5x^(-4/5), which is a sum of two terms where each term is a power function of x. The exponents are given as fractional powers, with one being positive (3/5) and the other negative (-4/5). The question requires finding a new function F(x) such that the derivative of F(x) with respect to x yields the original function f(x). This involves applying the fundamental rules for integration to each term independently and then combining the results to obtain the complete antiderivative.
Identify the antiderivative
Write down the integral that needs to be solved.
Decompose the integral into two separate integrals.
Extract the constant
Apply the Power Rule to integrate
Extract the constant
Apply the Power Rule to integrate
Simplify the expression.
Multiply the constants inside the parentheses.
Simplify further.
Combine
Simplify the fraction.
Cancel out common factors.
Factor out
Eliminate the common factors.
Factor out
Cancel the common factor.
Rewrite the simplified expression.
Divide
Multiply
Conclude with the antiderivative of
The process of finding the antiderivative, also known as the indefinite integral, involves reversing the differentiation process. The antiderivative of a function
Setting up the Integral: Write the integral of the function that needs to be solved.
Decomposing the Integral: If the function is a sum or difference of functions, separate it into individual integrals.
Extracting Constants: Constants can be taken out of the integral, as they do not depend on the variable of integration.
Applying the Power Rule: The Power Rule for integration states that
Simplifying the Expression: After integrating, simplify the expression by combining like terms and canceling common factors.
Writing the Final Answer: The final step is to write down the simplified antiderivative, which includes the constant of integration