Solution of the associated homogeneous problem

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The problem involves finding the general solution of a differential equation related to the associated homogeneous problem, where a specific solution is given. The context is within the subject area of differential equations.

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  • The original poster attempts to manipulate the differential equation by dividing through by x² and reformulating it. They express uncertainty in integrating a specific expression for a second solution.

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Participants are engaged in clarifying the original poster's attempts and the notation used, particularly regarding the integration and the expression for the second solution. There is no explicit consensus yet, as the discussion is still unfolding.

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There are indications of formatting issues with LaTeX expressions that may hinder understanding. The original poster is seeking assistance with integration, which suggests they may be facing challenges with the mathematical steps involved.

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Homework Statement


Please help me with this, I would really appreciate it:

Using the fact that y1 = x-1/2 cos x is a solution of the associated homogeneous problem, obtain the general solution of
x2 y'' + x y' + (x2 - 1/4)y = x3/2


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Well the first thing i did was divide it by x^2 to obtain:
y'' + 1/x y' + (1 - 1/4x2)y = x-1/2

Then let y'' + 1/x y' + (1 - 1/4x2)y = 0

A second solution will be given as
y2 = y1 \int e ^ \int P(x)\frac{}{} (y1)^2 eintegral of P(x) dx \div (y1)^2

So here is where i have a problem, can someone please help me integrate

y2 = x-1/2 cos x \int - x / ( x-1/2 cos x)^2

please help me..?
 
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Umm the first latex image generation is supposed to be an integral,
The second is supposed to be a fraction, so e^integral of P(x) divided by (y1)^2

And the third one is another integral.

Sorry I don't know what happened..

please help
 


Umm the first latex image generation is supposed to be an integral,
The second is supposed to be a fraction, so e^integral of P(x) divided by (y1)^2

And the third one is another integral.

Sorry I don't know what happened..

please help me
 


Umm the first latex image generation is supposed to be an integral,
The second is supposed to be a fraction, so e^integral of P(x) divided by (y1)^2

And the third one is another integral.

Sorry I don't know what happened..

please help me
 

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