Multivariable Integration / Nonlinear Differentials

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Homework Statement


dv/dt = (k+v2)/h


Homework Equations


k is a constant, and v and h are variables where h is independent of v but v is dependent of h (v is a function of h and t).


The Attempt at a Solution


dv/(k+v^2) = dt/h.
The problem I have is with dealing with the right side. I know how to integrate the left side because the left side is arctangent, but I don't know what to do with the right side.
h is independent of t, so i was thinking I can treat it as a constant here? so the right side becomes t/h?
 
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h does not depend on v but v depends on h? The real question is "does h depend on t or vice-versa?" If not, then you are really saying that h is treated as a parameter.

Just treat it as a constant. You will get a family of solutions depending on the parameter h.