Integrating a Product of Trig Functions

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The integral of the product of trigonometric functions, specifically $$\int_{0}^{\pi/2}\d{}{x} \left(\sin\left({\frac{x}{2}}\right)\cos\left({\frac{x}{3}}\right)\right)\,dx$$, evaluates to $$\frac{\sqrt{6}}{4}$$ as confirmed by a TI calculator. The discussion highlights the application of the product rule for differentiation, though it complicates the problem. The Fundamental Theorem of Calculus is also referenced, emphasizing the relationship between differentiation and integration.

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  • Understanding of trigonometric functions and their properties
  • Familiarity with integral calculus and the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus
  • Knowledge of differentiation techniques, particularly the product rule
  • Experience with using graphing calculators, such as TI calculators
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  • Study the application of the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus in various contexts
  • Explore advanced techniques in integral calculus, including integration by parts
  • Learn about the properties and applications of trigonometric identities
  • Practice using TI calculators for solving complex integrals and derivatives
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$$\int_{0}^{\pi/2}\d{}{x} \left(\sin\left({\frac{x}{2}}\right)\cos\left({\frac{x}{3}}\right)\right)\,dx$$

the ans the TI gave me was $\frac{\sqrt{6}}{4}$

the derivative can by found by the product rule. but really expands the problem
so not sure how the $\frac{d}{dx}$ played in this.
 
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karush said:
$$\int_{0}^{\pi/2}\d{}{x} \left(\sin\left({\frac{x}{2}}\right)\cos\left({\frac{x}{3}}\right)\right)\,dx$$

the ans the TI gave me was $\frac{\sqrt{6}}{4}$

the derivative can by found by the product rule. but really expands the problem
so not sure how the $\frac{d}{dx}$ played in this.
Fundamental theorem of calculus: if you differentiate and then integrate, you get back to where you started from! $$\int_{0}^{\pi/2}\d{}{x} \left(\sin\left({\frac{x}{2}}\right)\cos\left({\frac{x}{3}}\right)\right)\,dx = \left[\left(\sin\left({\frac{x}{2}}\right)\cos\left({\frac{x}{3}}\right)\right)\right]_0^{\pi/2}$$
 

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