Why subsitution method for integration always work ?

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The substitution method for integration works because it relies on the chain rule, allowing for the transformation of variables. By substituting x with u, the differential dx can be expressed in terms of du, facilitating the integration process. This method effectively treats dx and du as differentials, even when the integral does not initially appear in the standard form. The implicit function theorem further supports this by enabling relationships between g and x to be expressed in a way that maintains the integrity of the integration. Overall, the substitution method is grounded in fundamental calculus principles, ensuring its reliability in integration.
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why substitution method for integration always work ?

Why can we completely treat dx and du known in substitution method completely like differentials even if we don't have ∫f(g(x))g'(x) dx , i.e : why we can substitute x in terms of u and dx in terms of du .

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The chain rule and implicit function theorem
if g is chosen as a function of x we have
f(g(x))g'(x) dx=f(g)dg
which comes from
dg=g'(x)dx
which is the chain rule precisely
if instead we chose an implicit relationship between g and x we have
h(g,x)=0
dh=hxdx+hgdg=0
dg=[dg/dx]dx=[-hx/hg]dx
which is the chain rule precisely
 
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