Solving the IVP: du/dx*du/dy = xy with IC u(x,y) = x for y = 0

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The discussion focuses on solving the initial value problem (IVP) defined by the partial differential equation (PDE) du/dx * du/dy = xy with the initial condition (IC) u(x,y) = x for y = 0. Participants confirm that the method of separation of variables is effective for this problem. The solution process involves isolating variables to simplify the equation, leading to a clearer path to finding the function u(x,y).

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pde : du/dx*du/dy = xy

IC: u(x,y) = x for y = 0
 
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Separation of variables is always a good thing to try first. And it works in this case.
 

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