Undergrad Problem with integrating the differential equation more than once

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The discussion centers on the correct approach to integrating a differential equation defined as dy/dx = ∫₀ˣ φ(t) dt. The initial integration leads to a potential confusion regarding the limits of integration. Participants clarify that the correct formulation should be ∫₀ˣ dx' ∫₀ˣ' φ(t) dt, rather than integrating with the same upper limit. The conclusion emphasizes that the second formulation is the accurate representation of the problem. This highlights the importance of correctly applying limits in multiple integrations of differential equations.
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Starting from equation
\frac{dy}{dx}=\int^x_0 \varphi(t)dt
we can write
dy=dx\int^x_0 \varphi(t)dt
Now I can integrate it
\int^{y(x)}_{y(0)}dt=\int^x_0dx'\int^x_0\varphi(t)dt
Is this correct?
Or I should write it as
\int^{y(x)}_{y(0)}dt=\int^x_0dx'\int^{x'}_0\varphi(t)dt
Best wishes in new year and thank you for the answer.
 
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##f(x) = \int_0^x \phi(t) dt## so ##y(x) = \int_0^x f(x') dx' + const##
Thus, it is the second
 

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