Question:

Evaluate $\int \frac{x-1}{(x+1)^3}e^x dx$:

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Match $e^x[f(x)+f'(x)]$ structure quickly.
Updated On: Jun 10, 2026
  • $\frac{e^x}{(x+1)^2}+c$
  • $\frac{-e^x}{(x+1)^2}+c$
  • $\frac{2e^x}{x+1}+c$
  • $\frac{-e^x}{(x+1)^4}+c$
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The Correct Option is A

Solution and Explanation

Rewrite: \[ x-1=(x+1)-2 \] \[ I=\int e^x\left[\frac{1}{(x+1)^2}-\frac{2}{(x+1)^3}\right]dx \] Let: \[ f(x)=\frac{1}{(x+1)^2} \] \[ I=e^x f(x)+c \] \[ I=\frac{e^x}{(x+1)^2}+c \]
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