Find integrating factor and solve the equation

Click For Summary

Homework Help Overview

The discussion revolves around a differential equation of the form y dx + x ln x dy = 0, with the goal of finding an integrating factor and solving the equation. The subject area includes differential equations and methods for solving them.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Assumption checking, Problem interpretation

Approaches and Questions Raised

  • The original poster attempts to apply an integrating factor, suggesting that multiplying the equation by x is the correct approach. However, they express confusion over not achieving an exact equation after this step. Other participants suggest an alternative approach of dividing by the integrating factor instead, prompting questions about the rationale behind this method.

Discussion Status

The discussion is ongoing, with participants exploring different methods for manipulating the differential equation. Some guidance has been offered regarding the use of division instead of multiplication, which has led to a breakthrough for the original poster, although they express surprise at this alternative approach.

Contextual Notes

There is a noted uncertainty regarding the application of integrating factors, as the original poster mentions a preference for multiplication over division, indicating a potential misunderstanding of the method's application.

naspek
Messages
176
Reaction score
0
y dx + x ln x dy = 0 ; x > 0


my integrating factor is x..


so.. multiply with DE,


xy dx + x^2 ln x dy = 0


let M = xy ; N = x^2 ln x


dM/dy = x ; dN/dx = x + 2x ln x


the problem is.. i didn't get the exact equation after multiply the integrating factor.. I've double checked my integrating factor.. but.. still can't get the exact equation...
 
Physics news on Phys.org
Try dividing by x instead.
 
vela said:
Try dividing by x instead.
which part?
 
Instead of multiplying the equation by your integration factor, divide by it instead.
 
vela said:
Instead of multiplying the equation by your integration factor, divide by it instead.
wow! i got it! but.. i never divide DE by integrating factor..
always multiply..
 

Similar threads

  • · Replies 6 ·
Replies
6
Views
2K
  • · Replies 14 ·
Replies
14
Views
2K
Replies
4
Views
3K
  • · Replies 2 ·
Replies
2
Views
2K
  • · Replies 10 ·
Replies
10
Views
2K
  • · Replies 11 ·
Replies
11
Views
2K
Replies
4
Views
2K
  • · Replies 8 ·
Replies
8
Views
2K
  • · Replies 3 ·
Replies
3
Views
1K
  • · Replies 8 ·
Replies
8
Views
2K