What is U-Substitution in calculus?
U-Substitution

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U-Substitution is a method used to simplify the integration process by substituting a part of the integral with a new variable 'u', making it easier to solve.
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What is the purpose of choosing 'u' in U-Substitution?
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The purpose of choosing 'u' is to simplify the integral into a more manageable form, often by selecting a function whose derivative is also present in the integral.
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What does 'du' represent in U-Substitution?
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'du' represents the differential of 'u', which is the derivative of 'u' with respect to 'x' multiplied by 'dx'.
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How do you find 'du' when using U-Substitution?
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To find 'du', differentiate 'u' with respect to 'x' and multiply by 'dx': du = (du/dx)dx.
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What is the first step in applying U-Substitution?
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The first step is to identify a suitable substitution for 'u' that simplifies the integral.
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When should you revert back to the original variable after integration?
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You should revert back to the original variable after performing the integration and before finalizing the answer.
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What is an example of a function suitable for U-Substitution?
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An example is the integral of sin(x)cos(x)dx, where you can let u = sin(x).
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