Diff. Eq: Linear Eq. Method: I can't find the mistake I made

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Homework Help Overview

The discussion revolves around a linear differential equation problem, where the original poster is attempting to identify a mistake in their solution process. The context includes integration and the function P(x) related to the equation.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Assumption checking, Problem interpretation

Approaches and Questions Raised

  • The original poster expresses uncertainty about their steps and seeks help in identifying the error. Other participants ask for clarification on the problem statement and initial conditions, while one participant points out a potential sign error in the integration process.

Discussion Status

The discussion is ongoing, with participants providing feedback and seeking further clarification. A specific error has been identified regarding the sign of P(x), which may guide the original poster toward resolving their confusion.

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There is a request for the original problem statement and initial conditions, indicating that some information may be missing for a complete understanding of the issue.

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I must have made a mistake somewhere in these steps but I don't see it. The answer I got isn't the correct one. Where did I go wrong?

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Wow I'm sorry, but that's very hard for me to read. Could you post the question itself along with any initial conditions you were given?
 
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Does this make sense?
 
You've got the wrong sign on the P(x) you integrated. You did P(x)=2/(x*log(x)). It should be P(x)=(-2/(x*log(x))).
 
Thanks. I see it.
 

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