How Can Multiplying by a Form of 1 Simplify Integrating 1/(1-sec x)?

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Homework Statement



Integrate 1/(1-secx)dx by multiplying the integrand by a form of 1.


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any sort of trig identity?

The Attempt at a Solution



I've tried multiplying by forms of 1 such as secx+tanx, secx-tanx, and others, but when i do, i just end up with a messy looking integrand.
any pointers with this and any other problems like it?
 
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