Can I integrate this using only one integration by parts?

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The discussion focuses on the integration of the function x^3 sin(2x) using integration by parts. The user explores the possibility of simplifying the process by potentially reducing the number of integration by parts steps required. They provide a detailed breakdown of their integration steps, ultimately arriving at a complex expression. Suggestions for improving efficiency include identifying parts that can be combined or skipped. The conversation highlights the challenge of balancing thoroughness with speed in solving integration problems.
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2\pi \int {x^3 \sin 2x\,dx} \Rightarrow \left\{ \begin{array}{l}<br /> u = 2x \\ <br /> du = 2dx \\ <br /> \end{array} \right\} \Rightarrow \frac{\pi }{8}\int {u^3 \sin u\,du} = \frac{\pi }{8}\left( { - u^3 \cos u + \int {u^2 \cos u\,du} } \right) = \frac{\pi }{8}\left( { - u^3 \cos u + u^2 \sin u - \int {u\sin u\,du} } \right) = \frac{\pi }{8}\left( { - u^3 \cos u + u^2 \sin u + u\cos u - \sin u} \right) = \frac{{\pi \left[ { - 8x^3 \cos \left( {2x} \right) + 4x^2 \sin \left( {2x} \right) + 2x\cos x - \sin x} \right]}}{8} [\tex]<br /> <br /> How can I do this faster? Are there things I can skip or connect--etc--?
 
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3 times part integration would do it...

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