Textbook Question
The integrals in Exercises 1–44 are in no particular order. Evaluate each integral using any algebraic method, trigonometric identity, or substitution you think is appropriate.
∫ (1 / (cos² x tan x)) dx from π/3 to π/4
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Ch. 8 - Techniques of Integration
Hass15th EditionThomas' CalculusISBN: 9780137616077
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Table of contents
- Ch. 1 - Functions155
- Ch. 2 - Limits and Continuity240
- Ch. 3 - Derivatives337
- Ch. 4 - Applications of Derivatives293
- Ch. 5 - Integrals41
- Ch. 6 - Applications of Definite Integrals25
- Ch. 7 - Transcendental Functions489
- Ch. 8 - Techniques of Integration398
- Ch. 9 - First-Order Differential Equations60
- Ch. 10 - Infinite Sequences and Series119
- Ch. 11 - Parametric Equations and Polar Coordinates58
Chapter 8, Problem 8.3.24
Evaluate the integrals in Exercises 23–32.
∫₀^π √(1 - cos(2x)) dx
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Recognize that the integral involves the expression \( \sqrt{1 - \cos(2x)} \). Recall the trigonometric identity \( 1 - \cos(2x) = 2\sin^2(x) \). Use this to rewrite the integrand.
Substitute the identity into the integral to get \( \int_0^{\pi} \sqrt{2\sin^2(x)} \, dx \). Since the square root of a square is the absolute value, rewrite the integrand as \( \int_0^{\pi} \sqrt{2} |\sin(x)| \, dx \).
Consider the behavior of \( \sin(x) \) on the interval \( [0, \pi] \). Since \( \sin(x) \) is nonnegative on this interval, \( |\sin(x)| = \sin(x) \). Simplify the integral accordingly.
Factor out the constant \( \sqrt{2} \) from the integral to get \( \sqrt{2} \int_0^{\pi} \sin(x) \, dx \).
Evaluate the integral \( \int_0^{\pi} \sin(x) \, dx \) by finding the antiderivative of \( \sin(x) \), which is \( -\cos(x) \), and then apply the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus by substituting the limits \( 0 \) and \( \pi \).
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Key Concepts
Here are the essential concepts you must grasp in order to answer the question correctly.
Trigonometric Identities
Trigonometric identities are equations involving trigonometric functions that hold true for all values within their domains. In this problem, the identity for cos(2x), such as cos(2x) = 1 - 2sin²(x), helps simplify the integrand √(1 - cos(2x)) into a more manageable form for integration.
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Definite Integration
Definite integration calculates the exact area under a curve between two limits, here from 0 to π. Understanding how to evaluate integrals with specific bounds is essential to find the numerical value of the integral after simplifying the integrand.
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Simplification of Radicals in Integrals
Simplifying expressions under a square root before integrating can make the integral easier to solve. Recognizing that √(1 - cos(2x)) can be rewritten using trigonometric identities reduces complexity and allows the use of standard integral formulas.
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