Can Rationalizing the Denominator Solve a Stuck Homogeneous Equation?

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The discussion centers on solving a homogeneous ordinary differential equation (ODE) by rationalizing the denominator. A user encountered difficulties during integration and received advice that rationalizing the denominator could facilitate the solution process. This technique is confirmed as a valid approach to simplify complex expressions in ODEs, thereby aiding in the integration process.

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Hi, I have solved this ODE till half way and got stucked on the integration of some weird expression. Need help for this.
Thank you!
 

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Hi Alexis87,

Rationalizing the denominator should help.
 

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