Exact Equation with Integrating Factor Help

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The discussion revolves around solving an exact equation using a given integrating factor. The specific equation is ydx + (2x - yey)dy = 0, with the integrating factor μ(x,y) = y.

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  • Exploratory, Mathematical reasoning, Problem interpretation

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  • Participants discuss the process of finding the function ψ by integrating the components of the equation. There are attempts to clarify the correct variable of integration and the relationships between M and N. Some participants question the integration steps and the assumptions made during the process.

Discussion Status

There is an ongoing exploration of different approaches to integrating the equation. Some participants have offered guidance on the correct method of integration, while others are attempting to reconcile their results with expected outcomes. Multiple interpretations of the integration process are being examined.

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Participants are working within the constraints of the problem as stated, including the use of the specified integrating factor and the requirement to solve the exact equation. There is mention of confusion regarding the integration variable and the resulting expressions.

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Homework Statement



Multiply the given equation by the given integrating factor and solve the exact equation.

Homework Equations



ydx+(2x-yey)dy=0, \mu(x,y)=y.

The Attempt at a Solution



M=y2, N=2xy-y2ey

Integrating N=\Psiy WRT x I get

xy2-((1/3)y3ey + y2ey)+h(x)=\Psi(x,y)

Differentiating \Psi(x,y) WRT x, I get

\Psix=y2+h'(x)

Thus h'(x)=0, and

\Psi(x,y)=xy2-((1/3)y3ey + y2ey)

The correct answer is xy2-(y2-2y+2)ey=c...

What am I doing wrong? When I solve for psi in the opposite way I get the same wrong answer from before...

Thanks in advance!
 
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Bogus_Roads said:

Homework Statement



Multiply the given equation by the given integrating factor and solve the exact equation.



Homework Equations



ydx+(2x-yey)dy=0, \mu(x,y)=y.

The Attempt at a Solution



M=y2, N=2xy-y2ey

Integrating N=\Psiy WRT x I get

But you are looking for a function ψ such that ψx = M and ψy = N.

So to find ψ by integrating ψy = N, you need to integrate both sides with respect to y, not x.
 
This is my take on this.

Multiplying by the integrating factor gives: y2dx+(2xy-y2ey)dy=0

y2dx/dy+2xy=y2ey

(d/dy)(xy2)=y2ey

Integrate both sides WRT y.

\int \frac{d}{dy}(xy^2)\ dy=\int y^2\,e^y\, dy

So, to do it your way,

Integrate M=y2 WRT x → Ψ(x,y)=xy2+h(y)

 → N=Ψy(x,y) → 2xy+h'(y)=2xy-y2ey

 h'(y) = -y2ey

Integrate this & plug it back into Ψ.
 
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Great, thanks for the help!
 

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