Differential equation substituition of new terms

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The discussion focuses on solving differential equations through substitution, specifically using the substitution \( u = xy \). The participant struggles with separating terms involving \( ux \) and seeks guidance on further steps. A key insight provided is to eliminate \( y \) by substituting it with \( \frac{u}{x} \), leading to the equation \( x\frac{dy}{dx} + y = \frac{du}{dx} \) and the relationship \( xy^2 = \frac{u^2}{x} \).

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for this question, i sub u=xy and try to eliminate y in my working.. but how should i proceed since the term ux cannot be separated

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I do not understand what you did. Your u-s and y-s look the same. Eliminate y by replacing it with u/x. Note that xdy/dx+y=du/dx, and xy2=u2/x.

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