Integrating by Parts: Showing $\int \frac{1}{1-x^2}dx$

In summary, to solve the given integration problem, the first integral can be viewed as a product of two functions. One possibility is to set u as 1 and v as 1-x^2. By using the integration by parts method, the equation can be rearranged to get the desired result. The key is to consider how the x term can be obtained in the first term on the right hand side.
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Homework Statement



By integrating by parts , show that

[tex]\int \frac{1}{1-x^2}dx=\frac{x}{1-x^2}-\int \frac{2x^2}{(1-x^2)^2}dx[/tex]

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The Attempt at a Solution



I don see which is u and v.
 
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You can view the first integral as a product of two functions, which ones? Now if you don't see which one should be u and which one should be v just try one. After all there are only two possibilities.
 
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Perhaps it would further help to think about how the x could appear in the numerator of the first term on the right hand side.
 

Related to Integrating by Parts: Showing $\int \frac{1}{1-x^2}dx$

1. What is the concept of Integration by Parts?

Integration by Parts is a method used in calculus to find the integral of a product of two functions. It involves rewriting the integral in a different form, splitting it into two parts, and then applying integration rules to solve for the integral.

2. How do you determine which function to integrate and which function to differentiate?

In Integration by Parts, we use the acronym "LIATE" to determine which function to integrate and which function to differentiate. This stands for: Logarithmic, Inverse trigonometric, Algebraic, Trigonometric, and Exponential. We choose the first function in the acronym as the one to integrate, and the second function as the one to differentiate.

3. Can Integration by Parts be used for all types of integrals?

No, Integration by Parts is most effective for integrals involving products of two functions. It may not be as useful for integrals that do not involve products, or for integrals with more than two functions.

4. What is the general formula for Integration by Parts?

The general formula for Integration by Parts is ∫uv dx = u∫v dx - ∫u' (∫v dx) dx, where u is the first function, v is the second function, and u' is the derivative of u.

5. How do you know when to stop using Integration by Parts?

Integration by Parts can be used multiple times if necessary, but in most cases, it is effective after two or three repetitions. You can stop using Integration by Parts when the resulting integral becomes simpler and easier to solve.

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