Definite integral with four parameters

In summary, the integral $\displaystyle \int_{0}^{\infty}\frac{x^{\alpha-1}}{(w+x^{\beta})^{\gamma}}\ dx$ can be written as $\displaystyle \frac{w^{\frac{\alpha}{\beta}-\gamma}}{\beta} B \left( \frac{\alpha}{\beta}, \gamma - \frac{\alpha}{\beta} \right)$ where $\alpha, \beta, w > 0$ and $\beta\gamma >\alpha$. This can also be expressed as $\displaystyle \frac{w^{\frac{\alpha}{\beta}-\gamma}}{\beta} \frac{\Gamma \left( \
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Show that $\displaystyle \int_{0}^{\infty}\frac{x^{\alpha-1}}{(w+x^{\beta})^{\gamma}}\ dx = \frac{w^{\frac{\alpha}{\beta}-\gamma}}{\beta} B \left( \frac{\alpha}{\beta}, \gamma - \frac{\alpha}{\beta} \right) = \frac{w^{\frac{\alpha}{\beta}-\gamma}}{\beta} \frac{\Gamma \left( \frac{\alpha}{\beta} \right) \Gamma \left(\gamma - \frac{\alpha}{\beta} \right)}{\Gamma (\gamma)} \ \ \alpha,\beta, w > 0,\ \beta\gamma >\alpha $
 
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Hint: $\displaystyle B(x,y) = \int_{0}^{1} t^{x-1} (1-t)^{y-1} \ dt = \int_{0}^{\infty} \frac{t^{x-1}}{(1+t)^{x+y}} \ dt $
 
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$\displaystyle \int_{0}^{\infty}\frac{x^{\alpha-1}}{(w+x^{\beta})^{\gamma}}\ dx$

$ \displaystyle = \frac{1}{w^{\gamma}} \int_{0}^{\infty} \frac{x^{\alpha-1}}{\left(1+\frac{x^{\beta}}{w} \right)^{\gamma}} \ dx $

let $ \displaystyle u = \frac{x^{\beta}}{w} \implies x = w^{\frac{1}{\beta}}u^{\frac{1}{\beta}}$

$ \displaystyle = \frac{w^{\frac{1}{\beta}}}{\beta w^{\gamma}} \int_{0}^{\infty} \frac{ \left(w^{\frac{1}{\beta}} u^{\frac{1}{\beta}}\right)^{\alpha-1}}{(1+u)^{\gamma}} u^{\frac{1}{\beta}-1} \ du = \frac{w^{\frac{\alpha}{\beta}-\gamma}}{\beta} \int_{0}^{\infty} \frac{u^{\frac{\alpha}{\beta}-1}}{(1+u)^{\gamma}} \ du $

$\displaystyle = \frac{w^{\frac{\alpha}{\beta}-\gamma}}{\beta} \int_{0}^{\infty} \frac{u^{\frac{\alpha}{\beta}-1}}{(1+u)^{\frac{\alpha}{\beta} + \left(\gamma - \frac{\alpha}{\beta} \right)}} \ du = \frac{w^{\frac{\alpha}{\beta}-\gamma}}{\beta}B \left( \frac{\alpha}{\beta}, \gamma - \frac{\alpha}{\beta} \right) $
 

Related to Definite integral with four parameters

1. What is a definite integral with four parameters?

A definite integral with four parameters is a mathematical concept that represents the area under a curve on a graph. The four parameters refer to the limits of integration, the integrand, and the variables of integration.

2. How is a definite integral with four parameters calculated?

A definite integral with four parameters is calculated by first setting up the integral with the correct limits of integration, integrand, and variables. Then, using a variety of integration techniques, the integral is solved to find the numerical value of the area under the curve.

3. What is the purpose of using four parameters in a definite integral?

The four parameters in a definite integral allow for a more precise calculation of the area under a curve. By specifying the limits of integration, integrand, and variables, the integral can accurately represent a specific area on a graph.

4. Are there any real-world applications of definite integrals with four parameters?

Yes, there are many real-world applications of definite integrals with four parameters. They are commonly used in physics and engineering to calculate quantities such as work, voltage, and displacement. They are also used in economics and finance to calculate profits and losses.

5. What are some techniques for solving definite integrals with four parameters?

Some common techniques for solving definite integrals with four parameters include substitution, integration by parts, and trigonometric identities. Additionally, numerical methods such as the trapezoidal rule or Simpson's rule can be used to approximate the value of the integral.

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