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Definite Integration
Definite Integration
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Question

Let \beta(\mathrm{m}, \mathrm{n})=\int_\limits0^1 x^{\mathrm{m}-1}(1-x)^{\mathrm{n}-1} \mathrm{~d} x, \mathrm{~m}, \mathrm{n}>0. If \int_\limits0^1\left(1-x^{10}\right)^{20} \mathrm{~d} x=\mathrm{a} \times \beta(\mathrm{b}, \mathrm{c}), then 100(a+b+c)100(\mathrm{a}+\mathrm{b}+\mathrm{c}) equals _________.

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Solution

Key Concepts and Formulas

  • Beta Function Definition: The Beta function is defined as \beta(\mathrm{m}, \mathrm{n})=\int_\limits0^1 x^{\mathrm{m}-1}(1-x)^{\mathrm{n}-1} \mathrm{~d} x, for m,n>0\mathrm{m}, \mathrm{n}>0.
  • Definite Integral Substitution: When performing a substitution in a definite integral, the limits of integration must be transformed according to the substitution rule.
  • Differentiation of Power Functions: The derivative of xkx^k is kxk1kx^{k-1}.

Step-by-Step Solution

The problem asks us to evaluate the definite integral \int_\limits0^1\left(1-x^{10}\right)^{20} \mathrm{~d} x and express it in the form a×β(b,c)\mathrm{a} \times \beta(\mathrm{b}, \mathrm{c}), then find the value of 100(a+b+c)100(\mathrm{a}+\mathrm{b}+\mathrm{c}).

Step 1: Analyze the Integral and Identify the Need for Substitution The given integral is I = \int_\limits0^1\left(1-x^{10}\right)^{20} \mathrm{~d} x. The Beta function definition is \beta(\mathrm{m}, \mathrm{n})=\int_\limits0^1 x^{\mathrm{m}-1}(1-x)^{\mathrm{n}-1} \mathrm{~d} x. We observe that the term (1x10)20(1-x^{10})^{20} in our integral does not directly match the (1x)n1(1-x)^{\mathrm{n}-1} form of the Beta function. To make it resemble the Beta function, we need to transform the term x10x^{10} into a simpler variable.

Step 2: Perform the Substitution Let t=x10t = x^{10}. This substitution is chosen because it directly addresses the non-linear term x10x^{10} within the parenthesis, aiming to convert (1x10)(1-x^{10}) into (1t)(1-t).

Now, we need to find the differential dxdx in terms of dtdt and change the limits of integration.

  1. Express xx in terms of tt: From t=x10t = x^{10}, we get x=t1/10x = t^{1/10}.

  2. Find dxdx in terms of dtdt: Differentiating x=t1/10x = t^{1/10} with respect to tt: dxdt=110t1101=110t910\frac{\mathrm{d}x}{\mathrm{d}t} = \frac{1}{10} t^{\frac{1}{10}-1} = \frac{1}{10} t^{-\frac{9}{10}} Therefore, dx=110t910 dt\mathrm{d}x = \frac{1}{10} t^{-\frac{9}{10}} \mathrm{~d}t.

  3. Change the limits of integration:

    • When x=0x = 0, t=(0)10=0t = (0)^{10} = 0.
    • When x=1x = 1, t=(1)10=1t = (1)^{10} = 1. The limits of integration remain from 0 to 1, which is consistent with the Beta function definition.

Step 3: Rewrite the Integral in Terms of the New Variable tt Substitute t=x10t = x^{10} and dx=110t910 dtdx = \frac{1}{10} t^{-\frac{9}{10}} \mathrm{~d}t into the integral II: I = \int_\limits0^1 \left(1-x^{10}\right)^{20} \mathrm{~d}x I = \int_\limits0^1 (1-t)^{20} \left(\frac{1}{10} t^{-\frac{9}{10}}\right) \mathrm{~d}t

Step 4: Rearrange and Match with the Beta Function Definition We can pull the constant factor 110\frac{1}{10} out of the integral: I = \frac{1}{10} \int_\limits0^1 t^{-\frac{9}{10}} (1-t)^{20} \mathrm{~d}t Now, we compare this integral with the Beta function definition \int_\limits0^1 x^{\mathrm{m}-1}(1-x)^{\mathrm{n}-1} \mathrm{~d} x. The integral is in the form \int_\limits0^1 t^{\mathrm{m}-1}(1-t)^{\mathrm{n}-1} \mathrm{~d}t, where:

  • The term t910t^{-\frac{9}{10}} corresponds to tm1t^{\mathrm{m}-1}. So, m1=910\mathrm{m}-1 = -\frac{9}{10}, which implies m=1910=110\mathrm{m} = 1 - \frac{9}{10} = \frac{1}{10}.

  • The term (1t)20(1-t)^{20} corresponds to (1t)n1(1-t)^{\mathrm{n}-1}. So, n1=20\mathrm{n}-1 = 20, which implies n=20+1=21\mathrm{n} = 20 + 1 = 21.

The integral can thus be written as: I=110β(110,21)I = \frac{1}{10} \beta\left(\frac{1}{10}, 21\right)

Step 5: Identify a, b, c and Calculate the Final Expression We are given that \int_\limits0^1\left(1-x^{10}\right)^{20} \mathrm{~d} x=\mathrm{a} \times \beta(\mathrm{b}, \mathrm{c}). By comparing our result with this given form, we identify: a=110a = \frac{1}{10} b=110b = \frac{1}{10} c=21c = 21

Now we need to calculate 100(a+b+c)100(\mathrm{a}+\mathrm{b}+\mathrm{c}): 100(a+b+c)=100(110+110+21)100(\mathrm{a}+\mathrm{b}+\mathrm{c}) = 100 \left( \frac{1}{10} + \frac{1}{10} + 21 \right) First, sum the values inside the parenthesis: 110+110+21=210+21=15+21\frac{1}{10} + \frac{1}{10} + 21 = \frac{2}{10} + 21 = \frac{1}{5} + 21 To add these, find a common denominator: 15+21×55=15+1055=1+1055=1065\frac{1}{5} + \frac{21 \times 5}{5} = \frac{1}{5} + \frac{105}{5} = \frac{1+105}{5} = \frac{106}{5} Finally, multiply by 100: 100(1065)=1005×106=20×106100 \left( \frac{106}{5} \right) = \frac{100}{5} \times 106 = 20 \times 106 20×106=212020 \times 106 = 2120

Common Mistakes & Tips

  • Incorrectly identifying m and n: Always remember that the exponents in the Beta function definition are m1m-1 and n1n-1. Ensure you add 1 to the observed exponents to find mm and nn. For instance, if you see xkx^k, then m1=km-1 = k, so m=k+1m = k+1.
  • Forgetting to transform dx: When performing a substitution, it is crucial to express dxdx in terms of the new differential (dtdt in this case). Forgetting this will lead to an incorrect integral.
  • Not changing integration limits: While in this specific problem the limits remained the same (0 to 1), this is not always the case. Always check and transform the limits of integration based on the substitution.

Summary

The problem requires transforming a given definite integral into the form of a Beta function. By making the substitution t=x10t = x^{10}, we successfully converted the integral into \frac{1}{10} \int_\limits0^1 t^{-\frac{9}{10}} (1-t)^{20} \mathrm{~d}t. Comparing this with the Beta function definition, we found a=110a = \frac{1}{10}, b=110b = \frac{1}{10}, and c=21c = 21. The required expression 100(a+b+c)100(a+b+c) was then calculated to be 2120. This approach highlights the power of substitution in simplifying complex integrals and relating them to known special functions like the Beta function.

The final answer is 2120\boxed{\text{2120}}.

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