Integrating by Parts

Definition

Integrating by parts is a technique used to evaluate integrals involving products of functions. It involves breaking down the integral into two parts and applying a specific formula to simplify the integration process.

Related terms

Antiderivative:

An antiderivative is the reverse process of differentiation. It involves finding a function whose derivative matches a given function.

U-substitution: U-substitution is another integration technique that involves substituting part of an expression with a new variable in order to simplify the integral.

Integration by Substitution: Integration by substitution is similar to integrating by parts but focuses on replacing variables rather than breaking down products of functions.