Indefinite Integral Calculus II

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The integral presented is ∫ (tan x sec² x) / (tan² x + 6 tan x + 8) dx, which is approached by substituting u = tan x and du = sec² x. This transforms the integral into ∫ u / ((u + 4)(u + 2)) du. The user attempts to apply partial fraction decomposition but encounters difficulties with the coefficients. Assistance is sought to resolve the issues with the partial fractions. The discussion highlights common challenges in integral calculus, particularly with partial fraction decomposition techniques.
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Homework Statement



\int \frac{ \tan x \sec^2 x }{ \tan^2 x + 6 \tan x + 8 } dx

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The Attempt at a Solution



\int \frac{ \tan x \sec^2 x }{ \tan^2 x + 6 \tan x + 8 } dx
Okay I let...

u=tanx
du=sec^2x


Then I got

\int \frac{ u }{ (u+4)(u+2) } du

Then I split this into partial fractions which is not working... for some reason. Can somebody please help me?
 
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