 One-dimensional stationary-phase formula (source code)

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= One-dimensional stationary-phase formula

If $\psi'(k_0)=0$, $\psi''(k_0)\ne0$, and $A$ is smooth near $k_0$, then
$$
\int A(k)e^{it\psi(k)}\,dk
\sim A(k_0)e^{it\psi(k_0)+i\pi\operatorname{sgn}(\psi''(k_0))/4}
\sqrt{\frac{2\pi}{t|\psi''(k_0)|}}.
$$
Contributions from distinct stationary points add.

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