Finding the Integral of csc^2x: What to Do When Tanx is Undefined at pi/6?

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In summary, to find the integral of (cscx)^2 between pie/6 to pie/2, first use the identity cot^2x = 1/sin^2x * cos^2x/cos^2x to simplify the expression. Then, substitute u for tanx and turn the integral into u^2du = u^3/3. This results in tan^3x/3 between pie/6 and pie/2. However, since tan is undefined at pie/6, use the fact that sin\pi/6 and cos\pi/6 are both defined to find the value of the integral.
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Homework Statement


find the integral of (cscx)2 between pie/6 to pie/2




The Attempt at a Solution



cot2x = 1 / sin2x * cos2x / cos2x
which becomes..
tan2x * sec2x
then i substituted u for tan x, and turned the integral into..
u2du = u3 / 3
which is..
tan3x / 3 between pie/6 and pie/2.

However, tan is undefined at pie/6! what do i do?
 
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Eshi said:
cot2x = 1 / sin2x * cos2x / cos2x
which becomes..
tan2x * sec2x

No, that last line should be cot2x * sec2x, and the cot in the first line should be csc.

However, tan is undefined at pie/6! what do i do?

That's not true; it is defined at [itex]\pi[/itex]/6. What is sin[itex]\pi[/itex]/6 and cos[itex]\pi[/itex]/6? Put sine over cosine.
 

1. What is the definition of the integral of cotx squared?

The integral of cotx squared is a mathematical operation that involves finding the area under the curve of the function cotx squared. It is denoted by ∫cot²x dx and is a measure of the accumulation of the function over a given interval.

2. How is the integral of cotx squared evaluated?

The integral of cotx squared can be evaluated using integration techniques such as substitution, integration by parts, or trigonometric identities. The final answer is usually expressed in terms of trigonometric functions such as sine, cosine, and tangent.

3. What is the domain of the integral of cotx squared?

The domain of the integral of cotx squared is all real numbers except for values of x that make the function undefined, such as x = 0 and x = π/2. This is because the cotangent function has vertical asymptotes at these values.

4. Can the integral of cotx squared be solved using a calculator?

Yes, most scientific calculators have a built-in integral function that can be used to evaluate the integral of cotx squared. However, it is important to note that the answer may not always be exact due to the limitations of calculator precision.

5. What are the practical applications of the integral of cotx squared?

The integral of cotx squared has various applications in physics, engineering, and other fields where integrals are used. It can be used to find the area under certain curves, calculate work and power in physics problems, and solve differential equations involving cotangent functions.

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