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Definite Integration
Definite Integration
Medium

Question

If \int_\limits{0}^{1}\left(x^{21}+x^{14}+x^{7}\right)\left(2 x^{14}+3 x^{7}+6\right)^{1 / 7} d x=\frac{1}{l}(11)^{m / n} where l,m,nN,ml, m, n \in \mathbb{N}, m and nn are coprime then l+m+nl+m+n is equal to ____________.

Answer: A

Solution

Key Concepts and Formulas

  • Method of Substitution for Definite Integrals: If u=g(x)u = g(x), then abf(g(x))g(x)dx=g(a)g(b)f(u)du\int_a^b f(g(x))g'(x) dx = \int_{g(a)}^{g(b)} f(u) du. This rule allows us to simplify integrals by changing the variable of integration and adjusting the limits accordingly.
  • Power Rule for Integration: undu=un+1n+1+C\int u^n du = \frac{u^{n+1}}{n+1} + C, for n1n \neq -1. This is a fundamental rule for integrating polynomial and power functions.
  • Algebraic Manipulation: The ability to factor and rearrange terms within an integrand is crucial for identifying suitable substitutions.

Step-by-Step Solution

Step 1: Algebraic Manipulation of the Integrand

The given integral is I=\int_\limits{0}^{1}\left(x^{21}+x^{14}+x^{7}\right)\left(2 x^{14}+3 x^{7}+6\right)^{1 / 7} d x. To make the substitution method effective, we need to identify a part of the integrand whose derivative is related to the remaining part. Let's factor out x7x^7 from the first term: x21+x14+x7=x7(x14+x7+1)x^{21}+x^{14}+x^{7} = x^7(x^{14}+x^{7}+1).

Now, consider how to bring the factor x7x^7 inside the parenthesis raised to the power of 1/71/7. If we have a term AB1/7A \cdot B^{1/7}, we can write it as (A7B)1/7(A^7 \cdot B)^{1/7}. However, it's often more useful to bring a factor into the term under the power by raising it to the appropriate power. Let's rewrite the integrand by factoring x7x^7 from the first term and then manipulate the expression to facilitate substitution. I=\int_\limits{0}^{1} x^{7}\left(x^{14}+x^{7}+1\right)\left(2 x^{14}+3 x^{7}+6\right)^{1 / 7} d x This form doesn't immediately suggest a substitution. Let's try a different approach by factoring xx from the first term and seeing if we can manipulate it differently. Consider the first term: x21+x14+x7x^{21}+x^{14}+x^{7}. We can write this as x(x20+x13+x6)x \cdot (x^{20}+x^{13}+x^6). The integral becomes: I=\int_\limits{0}^{1} x\left(x^{20}+x^{13}+x^{6}\right)\left(2 x^{14}+3 x^{7}+6\right)^{1 / 7} d x To bring the factor xx inside the parenthesis (2x14+3x7+6)1/7(2 x^{14}+3 x^{7}+6)^{1 / 7}, we must raise it to the power of 7: x(expression)1/7=(x7expression)1/7x \cdot (\text{expression})^{1/7} = (x^7 \cdot \text{expression})^{1/7}. So, we can rewrite the integral as: I=\int_\limits{0}^{1}\left(x^{20}+x^{13}+x^{6}\right)\left(x^7 \cdot \left(2 x^{14}+3 x^{7}+6\right)\right)^{1 / 7} d x I=\int_\limits{0}^{1}\left(x^{20}+x^{13}+x^{6}\right)\left(2 x^{21}+3 x^{14}+6 x^{7}\right)^{1 / 7} d x This manipulation is key because the term (x20+x13+x6)(x^{20}+x^{13}+x^{6}) is proportional to the derivative of the expression inside the power 1/71/7.

Step 2: Defining the Substitution

Let uu be the expression inside the seventh root: Let u=2x21+3x14+6x7u = 2x^{21}+3x^{14}+6x^{7}.

Now, we find the differential dudu by differentiating uu with respect to xx: dudx=ddx(2x21+3x14+6x7)\frac{du}{dx} = \frac{d}{dx}(2x^{21}+3x^{14}+6x^{7}) dudx=2(21x20)+3(14x13)+6(7x6)\frac{du}{dx} = 2(21x^{20}) + 3(14x^{13}) + 6(7x^{6}) dudx=42x20+42x13+42x6\frac{du}{dx} = 42x^{20} + 42x^{13} + 42x^{6} dudx=42(x20+x13+x6)\frac{du}{dx} = 42(x^{20}+x^{13}+x^{6}) Rearranging this, we get: du=42(x20+x13+x6)dxdu = 42(x^{20}+x^{13}+x^{6}) dx This implies that (x20+x13+x6)dx=142du(x^{20}+x^{13}+x^{6}) dx = \frac{1}{42} du. This is exactly the remaining part of our integrand, confirming the substitution is appropriate.

Step 3: Changing the Limits of Integration

Since we are dealing with a definite integral, we must change the limits of integration from xx to uu. The original limits are x=0x=0 and x=1x=1.

  • When x=0x=0, the new lower limit for uu is: ulower=2(0)21+3(0)14+6(0)7=0+0+0=0u_{lower} = 2(0)^{21}+3(0)^{14}+6(0)^{7} = 0+0+0 = 0.
  • When x=1x=1, the new upper limit for uu is: uupper=2(1)21+3(1)14+6(1)7=2(1)+3(1)+6(1)=2+3+6=11u_{upper} = 2(1)^{21}+3(1)^{14}+6(1)^{7} = 2(1)+3(1)+6(1) = 2+3+6 = 11.

Now, substitute uu and dudu into the integral and change the limits: I=011u1/7(142du)I = \int_{0}^{11} u^{1/7} \left(\frac{1}{42} du\right) I=142011u1/7duI = \frac{1}{42} \int_{0}^{11} u^{1/7} du

Step 4: Performing the Integration

We now integrate u1/7u^{1/7} with respect to uu using the power rule: undu=un+1n+1\int u^n du = \frac{u^{n+1}}{n+1}. Here, n=1/7n = 1/7. So, n+1=1/7+1=8/7n+1 = 1/7 + 1 = 8/7. u1/7du=u8/78/7=78u8/7\int u^{1/7} du = \frac{u^{8/7}}{8/7} = \frac{7}{8} u^{8/7} Now, apply the definite integral with the changed limits: I=142[78u8/7]011I = \frac{1}{42} \left[\frac{7}{8} u^{8/7}\right]_{0}^{11} I=142(78(11)8/778(0)8/7)I = \frac{1}{42} \left(\frac{7}{8} (11)^{8/7} - \frac{7}{8} (0)^{8/7}\right) I=142(78(11)8/70)I = \frac{1}{42} \left(\frac{7}{8} (11)^{8/7} - 0\right) I=14278(11)8/7I = \frac{1}{42} \cdot \frac{7}{8} (11)^{8/7}

Simplify the constant factor: I=7428(11)8/7I = \frac{7}{42 \cdot 8} (11)^{8/7} I=168(11)8/7I = \frac{1}{6 \cdot 8} (11)^{8/7} I=148(11)8/7I = \frac{1}{48} (11)^{8/7}

Step 5: Comparing with the Given Form and Finding l, m, n

The problem states that the integral is equal to 1l(11)m/n\frac{1}{l}(11)^{m / n}. Our calculated value is I=148(11)8/7I = \frac{1}{48} (11)^{8/7}. By comparing these two forms, we have: l=48l = 48 m=8m = 8 n=7n = 7

We are given that l,m,nNl, m, n \in \mathbb{N} and mm and nn are coprime. l=48l=48 is a natural number. m=8m=8 and n=7n=7 are natural numbers. To check if mm and nn are coprime, we find their greatest common divisor (GCD). The divisors of 8 are {1, 2, 4, 8} and the divisors of 7 are {1, 7}. The GCD(8, 7) = 1, so mm and nn are coprime.

Finally, we need to find the value of l+m+nl+m+n. l+m+n=48+8+7=63l+m+n = 48 + 8 + 7 = 63

Common Mistakes & Tips

  • Incorrect Algebraic Manipulation: A common pitfall is misplacing factors inside or outside powers. Ensure that when a factor xkx^k enters a term (...)1/p(...)^{1/p}, it becomes (xkp...)1/p(x^{kp} \cdot ...)^{1/p}.
  • Forgetting to Change Limits: For definite integrals, always remember to transform the limits of integration according to the substitution.
  • Simplifying Constants Incorrectly: Double-check the arithmetic when simplifying fractions involving the constants from the integration and the substitution factor.
  • Coprime Condition: Always verify that mm and nn are coprime as stated in the problem. If they are not, they must be reduced by dividing by their GCD.

Summary

The problem was solved using the method of substitution for definite integrals. The integrand was first algebraically manipulated to reveal a suitable substitution. By letting u=2x21+3x14+6x7u = 2x^{21}+3x^{14}+6x^{7}, its differential dudu was found to be proportional to the remaining part of the integrand. The limits of integration were changed accordingly. After performing the integration using the power rule and simplifying the result, the integral was compared to the given form 1l(11)m/n\frac{1}{l}(11)^{m / n} to identify ll, mm, and nn. The coprimality of mm and nn was verified, and the final sum l+m+nl+m+n was calculated.

The final answer is 63\boxed{63}.

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