Power Rule (Integral)

xndx=xn+1n+1+C\int x^n \, dx = \frac{x^{n+1}}{n+1} + C

Description

Finds the integral of power functions.

Variables

Symbol Meaning
n Power/exponent (n ≠ -1)
x Variable
C Constant of integration

Example

Problem

Find ∫x³ dx

Solution

x⁴/4 + C

Real-World Applications

  • Area calculation
  • Physics
  • Engineering