How to Master U-Sub for Calculus 2: Tips and Tricks for Beginners

[NIZBIT]

I just started taking Calc 2 this semester. So far most has been review. The problem is everything we're doing involves u-sub. For the life of me I forget how to do it. I've tried going back and work on the u-sub section in my book, but no luck. I'm starting to panic and worry. I understand there is no sureshot for me to learn this again, but could maybe someone give me some pointers or lead me to a webpage that explains it at a noob level?

 

[badtwistoffate]

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/U-substitution

 

[NIZBIT]

Thanks, but been there done that. I was looking for something a tad more helpful.

 

[DaveC426913]

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/U-boat

 

[badtwistoffate]

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/U-boat

i laughed out loud when i clicked that

 

[NIZBIT]

Well thanks for the help.

 

[Gokul43201]

I've tried going back and work on the u-sub section in my book, but no luck.

Why don't you pick one of the problems from your text and post it here, along with whatever ideas you have for approaching it? We can then jump in and provide some concrete help.