Find the Solution to dy/dx = 3y-3y2

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Homework Statement



Find the explicit solution of dy/dx = 3y-3y2

Be sure to include any singular solutions in your answer

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Not sure...

The Attempt at a Solution



dy/dx = 3y-3y2
dy/(3y-3y2)=dx
∫(1/(3y-3y2))=(1/3)logy-(1/3)log(1-y)
∫(dx) = x + c

x+c = (1/3)logy-(1/3)log(1-y)

I'm really not even sure I'm on the right track here.

Appreciate the help.
 
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Hi Phox! :wink:
Phox said:
x+c = (1/3)logy-(1/3)log(1-y)

Looks ok so far. :smile:

Now do e-to-the to both sides, and solve for y. :wink:
 
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