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First order differential qusetion [urgent]

Homework Statement


Question 7
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Homework Equations





The Attempt at a Solution


I can do part a)

and i can begin part b, using separation of variables I get:

1/4 ln |1+2v| = ln|x| + C

but how do i use this to solve equation I

Thanks :)
 
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Once you get v(x)

just substitute the known relationship v = y/x
 
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