Math Problem Statement

Evaluate the integral ∫ sin(6x - 2) dx.

Solution

To solve this integral:

sin(6x2)dx\int \sin(6x - 2) \, dx

we can use substitution. Let's go through the steps:

  1. Substitute: Let u=6x2u = 6x - 2. Then, dudx=6\frac{du}{dx} = 6 or dx=du6dx = \frac{du}{6}.

  2. Rewrite the integral: Substitute uu and dxdx into the integral: sin(6x2)dx=sin(u)du6=16sin(u)du.\int \sin(6x - 2) \, dx = \int \sin(u) \cdot \frac{du}{6} = \frac{1}{6} \int \sin(u) \, du.

  3. Integrate: The integral of sin(u)\sin(u) is cos(u)-\cos(u): 16sin(u)du=16cos(u)+C.\frac{1}{6} \int \sin(u) \, du = -\frac{1}{6} \cos(u) + C.

  4. Substitute back u=6x2u = 6x - 2: 16cos(6x2)+C.-\frac{1}{6} \cos(6x - 2) + C.

So the answer is:

16cos(6x2)+C\boxed{-\frac{1}{6} \cos(6x - 2) + C}

This matches option C in your answer choices.

Would you like more details or have any other questions?

Here are some related questions to consider:

  1. How does substitution work in integrals, and why is it useful?
  2. Why is the derivative of cos(u)\cos(u) equal to sin(u)-\sin(u)?
  3. What are other methods to evaluate trigonometric integrals?
  4. How does integration differ from differentiation for trigonometric functions?
  5. What are common mistakes to avoid in trigonometric integrals?

Tip: Always check if a simple substitution can simplify an integral before proceeding with more complex techniques.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Calculus
Integration
Substitution Method
Trigonometric Integrals

Formulas

∫ sin(u) du = -cos(u) + C
Substitution: Let u = 6x - 2, then du/dx = 6 or dx = du/6

Theorems

Fundamental Theorem of Calculus

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 11-12