First order differential equation

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The discussion centers on solving the first-order differential equation (dy/dx)x + 2y = x^3.ln(x). The correct form after applying the integrating factor x^2 is (dy/dx)x^2 + 2xy = x^4.ln(x). The user struggles with integrating the right side, which requires integration by parts. The key insight is that careful selection of parts can simplify the integration process significantly.

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Just need a hand with this one.

(dy/dx)x + 2y = x^3.ln(x)

(dy/dx) = (x^3.ln(x) - 2y)/x

Integrating factor = x^2

(dy/dx)x^2 + 2xy = (x^3.ln(x))x^2

yx^2 = INT[(x^3.ln(x))x^2]

I'm having trouble integrating the last part to complete it.

Thanks a lot and in advance for any help.
 
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mr bob said:
Integrating factor = x^2

Correct.

(dy/dx)x^2 + 2xy = (x^3.ln(x))x^2

Check this line again. You should have [itex]x^4\ln(x)[/itex] on the right side. You have an extra power of [itex]x[/itex] there.

yx^2 = INT[(x^3.ln(x))x^2]

I'm having trouble integrating the last part to complete it.

Once you clean up the right side you should integrate by parts. If you choose wisely for the parts you will only have to do it once.
 
Thank you Tom. These differential equations can be a little tough sometimes.
 

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