Definite Integration
Definite Integral — tan Substitution
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Grade 12

Question:

If $\int_0^{\pi/2}\dfrac{\sin^2 x}{1+\sin x\cos x}\,dx=\dfrac{1}{a}\log_e\left(\dfrac{a}{3}\right)+\dfrac{\pi}{b\sqrt{3}}$, where $a,b\in\mathbb{N}$, then $a+b$ is equal to ________.

Step-by-Step Solution

Key Concept: Write $\sin^2x=\frac{1-\cos2x}{2}$ and $1+\sin x\cos x=1+\frac{\sin2x}{2}$. Split into $I_1-I_2$. Use $t=\tan x$ substitution for $I_1$.
$a=2$, $b=6$. $a+b=8$.
Correct Answer: 8

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