Differential Equations, Subsitution Methods

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The discussion revolves around solving differential equations using substitution methods and exploring various approaches to specific problems. The equations presented include a mix of first-order differential equations that require different techniques for resolution.

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  • Exploratory, Mathematical reasoning, Problem interpretation

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  • Participants discuss attempts to apply substitution methods and homogeneous methods to the given differential equations. Questions arise regarding the validity of factoring techniques and the effectiveness of specific substitutions. Some participants share their own attempts and results, seeking clarification on steps taken.

Discussion Status

The discussion is active, with participants sharing their attempts and results for problems 2 and 3, indicating some progress. However, there remains uncertainty and confusion regarding problem 1, with participants questioning each other's methods and suggesting alternative approaches without reaching a consensus.

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Participants express challenges with the equations and the assumptions underlying their methods. There are indications of differing interpretations of the problems, particularly concerning the factoring and substitution processes involved.

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Homework Statement



1. x(x+y)y' = y(x-y)

2.y' = (4x + y)^2

3. (x+y)y' = 1


Homework Equations



I have tried using the substitution method v =, the homogeneous method as well.

The Attempt at a Solution



For 1. i factored out the xy and got 1/xy y' = integral ( (1-y/x)/(1+(x/y)) but can't take it further to the final answer ln(xy) = (x/y) + C

For 2. i tried sub v = 4x+y, but didnt even come close to the answer

For 3. I tried homogenous equations making it (1+y/x)y' = 1/x, but i get stuck with 1/x^2 later on which i can't factor to make it a simple first order linear diff...

PLEASE HELP!
 
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foobag said:

Homework Statement



1. x(x+y)y' = y(x-y)

2.y' = (4x + y)^2

3. (x+y)y' = 1


Homework Equations



I have tried using the substitution method v =, the homogeneous method as well.

The Attempt at a Solution



For 1. i factored out the xy and got 1/xy y' = integral ( (1-y/x)/(1+(x/y)) but can't take it further to the final answer ln(xy) = (x/y) + C
How did you factor out xy? I don't see that xy is a factor, so I'm puzzled about how you were able to factor it out.
foobag said:
For 2. i tried sub v = 4x+y, but didnt even come close to the answer
Well, I tried the same substitution in #2 and was able to get a separable differential equation. Show me what you tried so I can see where you went wrong.
foobag said:
For 3. I tried homogenous equations making it (1+y/x)y' = 1/x, but i get stuck with 1/x^2 later on which i can't factor to make it a simple first order linear diff...
Why not try a substitution u = x + y? If you do it correctly, you should get a separable differential equation.
foobag said:
PLEASE HELP!
 
ok so i redid problems 2 & 3 and they worked for me...

as for problem 1...

I can factor down to y' = (y/x) ((1-y/x)/(1+y/x))

but then i get the left side after using v = y/x to be (1/2)(1/v - lnv) = lnx + c but then i can't reduce it down to the answer in the back that is: ln(xy) = C + x/y...

I did: y' = y(x-y)/x(x+y)

then: y'/y = (x-y)/(x(x+y))

then: factor out x from top of right side... y'/y = x(1-y/x)/(x(x+y)), so x's cancel

i get: y'/y = (1-y/x)/(x+y) ok so then factor out x from bottom: y'/y = (1-y/x)/(x(1+y/x), then multiply y back...

so: y' = (y/x)((1-y/x)/(1+y/x) let me know if i made a mistake here
 
foobag said:
ok so i redid problems 2 & 3 and they worked for me...

as for problem 1...

I can factor down to y' = (y/x) ((1-y/x)/(1+y/x))

but then i get the left side after using v = y/x to be (1/2)(1/v - lnv) = lnx + c
So far, so good.
Now multiply both sides by 2 to get
1/v - ln v = 2lnx + 2c = ln x2 + 2c
so 1/v = ln v + ln x2 + 2c = ln[v x2] + 2c
so x/y = ln(y/x * x2) + 2c = ln(xy) + C (where C = 2c)
That's essentially what your book shows for the answer. The answer also seems to assume that x > 0 and y > 0, otherwise you would have some absolute values after integrating and getting the ln terms.

foobag said:
but then i can't reduce it down to the answer in the back that is: ln(xy) = C + x/y...

I did: y' = y(x-y)/x(x+y)

then: y'/y = (x-y)/(x(x+y))

then: factor out x from top of right side... y'/y = x(1-y/x)/(x(x+y)), so x's cancel

i get: y'/y = (1-y/x)/(x+y) ok so then factor out x from bottom: y'/y = (1-y/x)/(x(1+y/x), then multiply y back...

so: y' = (y/x)((1-y/x)/(1+y/x) let me know if i made a mistake here
 

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