Numerical Methods for Solving Differential Equations

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Numerical Methods/Diff Eq :)

2. Problem

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Clarified: Solving for v(t)

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I know the two parts of the hint are important, and tried moving the dt over to the other side and integrating, but I can't seem to isolate the velocity. I think I have to do a derivative before integrating, but I'm not sure how?Thanks guys ;)
 
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Move the g-(c/m)v over to the dv side as well and integrate both sides. The equation is 'separable'. The hint is indicating that you then use the substitution y=g-(c/m)v on the dv side.
 


Dick your answer is incredible, I've also been struggling with differential equations but now it makes a whole lot more sense haha

PS, mr. OP, are there any initial conditions given?