The discussion revolves around solving the differential equation dy/dx = y + x, focusing on finding the general equation and exploring substitution methods.
The conversation is ongoing, with participants offering various suggestions for substitutions and questioning the original poster's understanding of the problem. There is no explicit consensus on the best approach yet.
Some participants inquire about the original poster's familiarity with linear equations and constant coefficient equations, indicating a potential gap in background knowledge relevant to the problem.
Office_Shredder said:I only see three possible choices for a function in your equation: x, y, or x+y
thereddevils said:sorry but i don get what u meant
Office_Shredder said:I only see three possible choices for a function in your equation: x, y, or x+y
You said you were looking for a substitution! It wouldn't do much good to let u= x or u= y, would it? So what if u= x+ y?thereddevils said:sorry but i don get what u meant
thereddevils said:Homework Statement
Find the general equation of differential equation dy/dx=y+x
Homework Equations
The Attempt at a Solution
I don see a way to separate the variables. What substitution should i use?