How Do You Solve This Challenging Integral Puzzle?

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The integral puzzle presented is ∫ from 0 to 1 of 1/√(log(1/x)) dx. A suggested substitution is u = √(log(1/x)), with the clarification that log(1/x) equals -log(x). This substitution simplifies the integral effectively. The original poster expresses relief and realization for not trying the substitution sooner. The discussion highlights the importance of recognizing logarithmic identities in solving integrals.
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I have an integral in my math text that I cannot seem to tackle, help would be appreciated. thanks! I am not really sure where to start.

\int^{1}_{0}\frac{dx}{\sqrt{log(\frac{1}{x})}}
 
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Try the substitution u = \sqrt{Log(\frac{1}{x})}
 
Before you substitute anything, remember that ##\log(1/x) = - \log x##.
 
The substitution worked perfectly, Thanks!

I am going to pinch myself for not trying that earlier.
 

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