For example, how do I calculate the indefinite integral of the square root of x? I understand how the power rule works, but im confused by the square root.
I would appreciate any help given!
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$\begingroup$Well, note that: $$\sqrt{x}\equiv x^{1/2}$$ Now applying the Power Rule should work fine: $$\int x^n~dx=\frac{x^{n+1}}{n+1}+C$$ Where $n\neq -1$.
Combine these two results to evaluate your integral.
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