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Trigonometric Substitutions

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AP Calculus AB/BC

Definition

Trigonometric substitutions are techniques used to simplify integrals involving radical expressions or quadratic equations. By substituting trigonometric functions for variables, these integrals can be transformed into simpler forms that are easier to solve.

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