Solving an Arrogant ODE: Can You Do It?

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The discussion revolves around solving an ordinary differential equation (ODE) of the form \(\frac {\left( {\frac {d}{dt}}\rho \left( t \right) \right) ^{2}}{\rho \left( t \right) }=-3\). Participants are exploring the implications of this equation and the methods to approach its solution.

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  • Exploratory, Mathematical reasoning, Problem interpretation

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  • Participants discuss deriving two equations from the original ODE, leading to a separation of variables approach. There is a question about how the separation of variables will assist in finding \(\rho(t)\), indicating some confusion about the next steps.

Discussion Status

The discussion is ongoing, with some participants providing guidance on manipulating the equation and suggesting integration as a next step. There is a mix of understanding and confusion, particularly regarding the implications of the separation of variables.

Contextual Notes

Participants express uncertainty about the nature of the solution, with one noting the complexity of the answer in relation to the simplicity of the ODE itself. There may be assumptions about the behavior of \(\rho(t)\) that are not fully explored.

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Homework Statement



How can you solve an arrogant ODE of form [tex]{\frac {\left( {\frac {d}{dt}}\rho \left( t \right) \right) ^{2}}{\rho \left( t \right) }}=-3[/tex]??

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I don't have any idea... maybe you do!

Thanks
AB
 
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From this you get [itex](\rho '(t))^2 = -3\rho(t)[/itex] from which you get two equations

[tex]\rho '(t) = +\sqrt{-3\rho(t)}[/tex]

and

[tex]\rho '(t) = -\sqrt{-3\rho(t)}[/tex]

Both are separable.
 
Mark44 said:
From this you get [itex](\rho '(t))^2 = -3\rho(t)[/itex] from which you get two equations

[tex]\rho '(t) = +\sqrt{-3\rho(t)}[/tex]

and

[tex]\rho '(t) = -\sqrt{-3\rho(t)}[/tex]

Both are separable.

Sorry. I'm a little bit confused right now, but how would this separation help us to get [tex]\rho(t)[/tex]?

AB
 
If you divide both sides by sqrt(rho), you get:

rho'/sqrt(rho) = +/-sqrt(3) i

You can write this as:

d rho/sqrt(rho) = +/-sqrt(3) i dt

You can now integrate both sides.
 
a simple ODE with a complex answer :D
 

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