Factoring Cosine: Get Help Solving the Problem

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The Question:
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My Attempt:
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I use the 'Double Angle Formula' to get to the second line. Then multiply the sigma-x into what's in the brackets, then factor out at the end. I'm not sure how I reach the answer that's provided with the solution. Any help would be appreciated.

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