Mathematics 9709 · AS & A Level · Integration

Integration — practice question

The graph depicts the curve $y = \cos x\sqrt{\sin 2x}$ for $0 \leq x \leq \tfrac{1}{2}\pi$. The curve reaches a maximum at $M$, where $x = a$.
(a)[6]

Determine the exact value of $a$.

(b)[5]

The area bounded by the $x$-axis and the curve is revolved through $2\pi$ radians about the $x$-axis.\n\nFind the exact volume of the solid formed.

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