Plotting isoclines corresponding to slopes m = +1 and m -1?

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In summary, the isoclines corresponding to slopes m = +1 and m = -1 are given by y = (1/(2*x))^(1/3) and y = (-1/(2*x))^(1/3), respectively. These isoclines have a gradient of m and were plotted using the given equations. The use of \pm is not necessary since the cube root is being taken.
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Given the first order ODE y' = 2 * y^3 * x, plot the isoclines corresponding to slopes m = +1 and m = -1.

My answer:

The isoclines are given by m= 2 * y^3 * x or y=(m/(2*x))^1/3

The slope elements on the isocline y=+- (m/(2*x))^1/3 all have gradient m

For m = 1, the isocline is y = +- (1/(2*x))^1/3
For m = -1, the isocline is y = +- (-1/(2*x))^1/3

and hence l simply plotted the above two equations

Can anyone confirm whether or not l am correct

Thanks
 
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Seems correct except in
For m = 1, the isocline is y = +- (1/(2*x))^1/3
For m = -1, the isocline is y = +- (-1/(2*x))^1/3
You don't need [itex]\pm[/itex] because you're taking the cube root not the square root.
 

1. What are isoclines?

Isoclines are lines on a graph that connect points with the same slope. They are often used to visualize and analyze functions and their rates of change.

2. How do I plot isoclines corresponding to a slope of +1?

To plot an isocline with a slope of +1, you can draw a diagonal line from the origin (0,0) to the upper right corner of the graph. This line will have a slope of +1 and will intersect with all points with the same slope.

3. How do I plot isoclines corresponding to a slope of -1?

To plot an isocline with a slope of -1, you can draw a diagonal line from the origin (0,0) to the lower right corner of the graph. This line will have a slope of -1 and will intersect with all points with the same slope.

4. What is the significance of plotting isoclines?

Plotting isoclines helps to visualize the behavior and patterns of a function. It can also aid in finding the maximum and minimum values of a function and identifying areas of constant or changing rates of change.

5. Can I plot isoclines for any slope?

Yes, isoclines can be plotted for any slope. They can also be plotted for a range of slopes to show the overall behavior of a function.

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