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The discussion revolves around the calculation of a specific integral involving trigonometric functions, particularly focusing on the expression (2 - (sinx)^2) * (2 + (sinx)^2) / (cos x)^2. Participants are exploring methods to simplify and solve this integral using trigonometric identities and double angle formulas.

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  • Exploratory, Mathematical reasoning, Assumption checking

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  • Participants discuss the application of double angle formulas and attempt to simplify the integral. There are questions about the correctness of rearrangements and the implications of using certain identities. Some participants suggest multiplying out the numerator to facilitate the integration process.

Discussion Status

The conversation includes various attempts to manipulate the integral and explore different approaches. While some participants provide insights and corrections, there is no explicit consensus on the best method to proceed. The urgency expressed by the original poster adds a layer of immediacy to the discussion.

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There is a sense of urgency in the original request for help, which may influence the depth of exploration in the discussion. Participants are also navigating potential misunderstandings regarding trigonometric identities and their applications in the integral.

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please i need this now very urgent

integral (2- (sinx)^2) * (2+ (sinx)^2) / (cos x)^2 please now
 
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Hi Sabine what can you do with your double angle formulae here?

1- cos2x = 2sin^2x
1/2(cos2x +1) = cos^2x
 
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it can be int(4- sin^2 x)/ cos^2 x dx = int(3+ cos^4 x)\ cos^2 x dx= 3(1+tan^2 x) + 1\tanx
 
hi monet 2sin^2 x = 1- cos 2x this means what u wrote is wrong .
 
Sabine said:
hi monet 2sin^2 x = 1- cos 2x this means what u wrote is wrong .


oops yeah sorry nowhere near a mentor here I just did a quick rearrange of the equation I was looking at to post it probably should have left that part alone, all I really have to offer is that the double angle formulas can really crack open the integral for you, have you applied them?

edit: I am not being real clear am I :redface: what I mean is tht I looked at the integral for you because you said its urgent (I'd normally butt out and leave it to the graduates) and I see that if you multiply out the numerator you'll get a simpler integral to manipulate with the double angle formula.
 
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well i tried i jst managed to find the solution i wrote before
 
Sabine said:
integral (2- (sinx)^2) * (2+ (sinx)^2) / (cos x)^2 please now
(2- (sinx)^2) * (2+ (sinx)^2) / (cos x)^2
= (4 - (sinx)^4)/(cos x)^2
= (4 - {(sinx)^2}^2)/(cos x)^2
= (4 - {1 - (cosx)^2}^2)/(cos x)^2
= (4 - {1 - 2(cosx)^2 + (cosx)^4})/(cos x)^2
= (3 + 2(cosx)^2 - (cosx)^4)/(cos x)^2
= (3/(cos x)^2) + 2 - (cos x)^2
= (3/(cos x)^2) - (1/2)*{2(cos x)^2 - 1 - 3}
= (3/(cos x)^2) - (1/2)*{cos(2x) - 3}
= 3(sec x)^2 - (1/2)cos(2x) + (3/2)

integral = 3*tan(x) - (1/4)*sin(2x) + (3/2)*x + C
 
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