Trig and double angle integration

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Homework Statement


∫sin(t)cos(2t)dt


Homework Equations


cos(2t)=1-2sin^2(t)


The Attempt at a Solution


∫sint(t)(1-2sin^2(t))dt
but where do i go from here? i can't use substitution. or parts?
 
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cos2x can also = 2cos2x-1, if you make it that, then this is a simple u-substitution..
u=cosx
 
thankyou very much! i just didnt exhaust my formulas..