First-order differential equation

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The discussion focuses on solving the first-order differential equation y' + tan(x)y = sin(x). The integrating factor is identified as I(x) = exp{ln|sec(x)|}. The challenge arises in integrating the expression due to the absolute value of sec(x). Two cases are considered based on the sign of sec(x): when sec(x) > 0 and when sec(x) < 0, emphasizing the importance of analyzing the behavior of the solution y(x) as x transitions between these regions.

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Homework Statement


y'+tanxy=sinx

Homework Equations



integrating factor I(x)= exp{lnIsecxI}[/B]

The Attempt at a Solution


I have secxy= integral of sinx I(x)
I am not sure how to integrate that because secx is in absolute value form.[/B]
 
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Mathematicsss said:

Homework Statement


y'+tanxy=sinx

Homework Equations



integrating factor I(x)= exp{lnIsecxI}[/B]

The Attempt at a Solution


I have secxy= integral of sinx I(x)
I am not sure how to integrate that because secx is in absolute value form.[/B]

There are two cases: (1) the values of ##x## make ##\sec(x) > 0##; or (2) the values of ##x## make ##\sec(x) < 0##. Just analyze both cases, although you need to worry about whether the solution ##y(x)## can remain meaningful if ##x## crosses from one region to the other.
 

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