Key Concepts and Formulas
- Symmetric Limits Property: For an integral ∫−aaf(x)dx:
- If f(x) is odd (f(−x)=−f(x)), the integral is 0.
- If f(x) is even (f(−x)=f(x)), the integral is 2∫0af(x)dx.
- King Property (Property 4): For an integral ∫0af(x)dx, we have ∫0af(x)dx=∫0af(a−x)dx.
- Trigonometric Identities: sin(π−x)=sinx, cos(π−x)=−cosx.
- Standard Integral: ∫a2+x21dx=a1tan−1(ax)+C.
Step-by-Step Solution
Let the given integral be I.
I=∫−ππ1+cos2x2x(1+sinx)dx
Step 1: Decomposing the Integrand and Applying Symmetric Limit Properties
We can split the integrand into two terms:
I = \int_{ - \pi }^\pi {\left( {{{2x} \over {1 + {{\cos }^2}x}}} + {{2x\sin x} \over {1 + {{\cos }^2}x}}} \right)} dx
I=∫−ππ1+cos2x2xdx+∫−ππ1+cos2x2xsinxdx
Let's analyze the parity of each integrand over the interval [−π,π].
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For the first integral, let f1(x)=1+cos2x2x.
f1(−x)=1+cos2(−x)2(−x)=1+cos2x−2x=−f1(x).
Since f1(x) is an odd function, ∫−ππ1+cos2x2xdx=0.
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For the second integral, let f2(x)=1+cos2x2xsinx.
f2(−x)=1+cos2(−x)2(−x)sin(−x)=1+cos2x2(−x)(−sinx)=1+cos2x2xsinx=f2(x).
Since f2(x) is an even function, ∫−ππ1+cos2x2xsinxdx=2∫0π1+cos2x2xsinxdx=4∫0π1+cos2xxsinxdx.
Thus, the integral I simplifies to:
I=0+4∫0π1+cos2xxsinxdx
Let I′=∫0π1+cos2xxsinxdx, so I=4I′.
Step 2: Applying the King Property
We apply the King Property (∫0af(x)dx=∫0af(a−x)dx) to I′ with a=π.
I′=∫0π1+cos2(π−x)(π−x)sin(π−x)dx
Using sin(π−x)=sinx and cos(π−x)=−cosx (so cos2(π−x)=cos2x):
I′=∫0π1+cos2x(π−x)sinxdx
Step 3: Combining the Integrals for I′
We have two expressions for I′:
- I′=∫0π1+cos2xxsinxdx
- I′=∫0π1+cos2x(π−x)sinxdx
Adding these two equations:
2I′=∫0π1+cos2xxsinxdx+∫0π1+cos2x(π−x)sinxdx
2I′=∫0π(1+cos2xxsinx+1+cos2x(π−x)sinx)dx
2I′=∫0π1+cos2x(xsinx+πsinx−xsinx)dx
2I′=∫0π1+cos2xπsinxdx
2I′=π∫0π1+cos2xsinxdx
So, I′=2π∫0π1+cos2xsinxdx.
Now, substituting this back into I=4I′:
I=4(2π∫0π1+cos2xsinxdx)=2π∫0π1+cos2xsinxdx
Step 4: Substitution and Evaluation
Let t=cosx. Then dt=−sinxdx, which means sinxdx=−dt.
We need to change the limits of integration:
- When x=0, t=cos(0)=1.
- When x=π, t=cos(π)=−1.
Substitute these into the integral:
I=2π∫1−11+t21(−dt)
I=−2π∫1−11+t21dt
Using the property ∫abf(x)dx=−∫baf(x)dx, we reverse the limits:
I=2π∫−111+t21dt
The integral of 1+t21 is tan−1t.
I=2π[tan−1t]−11
I=2π(tan−1(1)−tan−1(−1))
We know tan−1(1)=4π and tan−1(−1)=−4π.
I=2π(4π−(−4π))
I=2π(4π+4π)
I=2π(42π)
I=2π(2π)
I=π2
Common Mistakes & Tips
- Incorrect Parity Analysis: Ensure that when checking for odd/even functions, you correctly apply the properties of trigonometric functions for negative arguments (sin(−x)=−sinx, cos(−x)=cosx).
- Algebraic Errors in Combining Integrals: Be meticulous when adding the two expressions for I′ after applying the King Property. The simplification of xsinx terms is key.
- Limit Changes in Substitution: Always remember to change the limits of integration when performing a substitution. Failure to do so will lead to an incorrect result.
Summary
The problem is solved by first splitting the integral and applying the symmetric limits property to eliminate one part of the integral by identifying it as an odd function. The remaining integral, which involves an even function, is simplified by applying the King Property. This allows for combining two forms of the integral, leading to a significant simplification. Finally, a trigonometric substitution is used to evaluate the resulting standard integral, yielding the final answer.
The final answer is π2.