Integral: Solve $\int \frac{\sin x+\cos x}{\sec x+ \tan x}dx$

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The problem involves evaluating the integral $\int \frac{\sin x+\cos x}{\sec x+ \tan x}dx$, which falls under the subject area of calculus, specifically integral calculus.

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  • Exploratory, Conceptual clarification, Mathematical reasoning

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  • Participants discuss rewriting the integral in terms of sine and cosine functions. Some express confusion over their attempts and seek clarification on identities. Others suggest using substitutions or identities to simplify the integral.

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The discussion is ongoing, with various approaches being explored, including the use of trigonometric identities and potential substitutions. Some participants have provided guidance on rewriting terms, while others are still grappling with their attempts and seeking further clarification.

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There are indications of confusion regarding the application of trigonometric identities, and some participants question the validity of certain identities used in the problem. The original poster expresses difficulty in progressing with their solution.

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Homework Statement


[tex]\int \frac{\sin x+\cos x}{\sec x+ \tan x}dx[/tex]

Homework Equations



[tex]\sin x = \frac{1}{\sec x}[/tex]
[tex]\cos x = \frac{\sin x}{\tan x}[/tex]


The Attempt at a Solution


i separate and try to use identities but i got nothign

1/(secx^2+secx tan x)+sin x/tanx^2+sec x :confused:
 
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write everything in terms of sin x and cos x only, then integrate with change of variable.
 
One of your identities is incorrect: sec(x)=1/cos(x).

As has been said above, you should first look to express everything in terms of sines and cosines. See if this gives you a hint as to how to proceed.
 
please tell more

this is the shape that i got
don't know how to complete

–integral sin²x-sin2x-1/2(1+sinx)
 
[tex]-(\int \sin^2 x dx - \int \sin 2x dx - 1/2\int 1+\sin x)[/tex]

Write sin^2 x as (1/2) (1-cos2x).

for sin 2x, make a substitution u=2x, then remember the integral of sin u is -cos u.

For the 3rd one, if you can't do it, why are you doing this question?
 
you can also try weierstrass substitution
i.e t = tan x/2
 

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