Math Problem Statement
Find the length of the curve yequalsln left parenthesis cosine x right parenthesis, 0less than or equalsxless than or equalsStartFraction pi Over 4 EndFraction .
Solution
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Calculus
Arc Length
Differentiation
Logarithmic Functions
Formulas
Arc length formula: L = ∫_a^b √(1 + (dy/dx)^2) dx
Derivative of y = ln(cos(x)): dy/dx = -tan(x)
Trigonometric identity: 1 + tan^2(x) = sec^2(x)
Theorems
Chain Rule
Trigonometric Identities
Logarithmic Differentiation
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 11-12 or early college
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