One important question type to be able to answer is integrating squared trig functions. like cos^2(x)

This question requires selecting the correct double angle formulae.
cos(2x)=2cos^2(x)-1 is rearranged to 1/2(cos(2x)+1)
this can now be integrated with the students knowledge of standard integrals.
Cos integrates to sin and numbers integrate to x . Remembering the factor of 2 from the fact that its cos (2x) we get ;
1/4 (sin(2x)) +1/2 x

AR
Answered by Andrew R. Maths tutor

3347 Views

See similar Maths A Level tutors

Related Maths A Level answers

All answers ▸

Evaluate the following integral: (x^4 - x^2 +2)/(x^2(x-1)) dx


Using complex numbers, derive the trigonometric identities for cos(2θ) and sin(2θ).


Express the following in partial fractions: (x^2+4x+10)/(x+3)(x+4)(x+5)


how do I differentiate?


We're here to help

contact us iconContact ustelephone icon+44 (0) 203 773 6020
Facebook logoInstagram logoLinkedIn logo

MyTutor is part of the IXL family of brands:

© 2026 by IXL Learning