Fourier Series Representation Problem

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Since I don't know how to insert equations into a message here, I've scanned both the problem and my attempt at a solution. Where I run into problems is how to find an. I'm not completely sure how to treat that integral and was hoping somebody could nudge me in the proper direction.

Thanks!
Andrew
 
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  • Handwritten working on a Fourier series question: y(x) = |x| on -π ≤ x < π, with a_0 = (1/π)∫|x|dx = π, b_n = 0 since y is even, and a_n = (2/π)∫ x cos(nx) dx leading to 2/(n²π)[(-1)^n - 1].
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You messed up writing down the second integral when you integrated by parts, specifically, you dropped the n in the argument. Otherwise, you look like you're on the right track.
 
Thanks! I wrote that in a bit of a rush but so long as the idea is right I'll keep working with it.