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Factoring

Sometimes, it is not directly possible to use any of the above methods until the entire rational function has been factored. Occasionally, factors in the numerator and denominator will cancel, simplifying the integration. If not, then you are at least ready to try a partial fraction expansion.



Vector Calculus
Sun Aug 3 11:17:56 MST 1997