Antiderivative Help: Solving ∫(1+sin(x))/(cos^2(x)) dx

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Homework Statement



Here is the problem: ∫(1+sin(x))/(cos^2(x)) dx

Also- how do you guys type equations in this? The quick symbols doesn't have a fraction bar or definite integral...

Homework Equations



sin^2(x)+cos^2(x)=1

The Attempt at a Solution



I substituted 1-sin^2(x) for cos^2(x) and factored that to (1+sin(x))(1-sin(x)). The 1+sin(x) in the numerator and denominator canceled out so the integral is now ∫dx/(1-sin(x)). I don't know what to do now
 
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