Reverse Chain Rule (OCR A Level Maths: Pure)
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Reverse Chain Rule
What is the chain rule?
- The Chain Rule is a way of differentiating two (or more) functions
- In many simple cases the above formula/substitution is not needed
- The same can apply for the reverse – integration
Integrating with reverse chain rule
- In more awkward cases it can help to write the numbers in before integrating
- STEP 1: Spot the ‘main’ function
- STEP 2: ‘Adjust’ and ‘compensate’ any numbers/constants required in the integral
- STEP 3: Integrate and simplify
Exam Tip
- If in doubt you can always use a substitution.
- Differentiation is easier than integration so if stuck try the opposite, eg. sin and cos are linked (remember that minus!) so if integrating a sin function, start by differentiating the corresponding cos function.
- Lastly, check your final answer by differentiating it.
Worked example
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