The discussion revolves around a differential equation of the form xy'' + y' = 0, with participants exploring methods of solving it, particularly in the context of Cauchy-Euler equations.
The discussion is active, with various approaches being considered. Some participants provide guidance on the multiplication method, while others raise questions about the nature of the equation and its classification.
Participants reference the Cauchy-Euler section of a textbook, indicating that the context of the problem is influenced by educational materials and their definitions.
jofree87 said:xy'' + y' = 0
Is it ok to multiply this whole equation by x to make it a cauchy-euler equation?