Why Is This First Order Non Linear Differential Equation So Challenging?

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Homework Statement



(8x^2y^3-2y^4)dx+(5x^3y^2-8xy^3)dy=0

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I've already tried the most logical steps. The equation isn't exact and I couldn't find an integrating factor to make it exact. It's also not homogeneous or separable. I have to be making an error somewhere. I've done all my other questions but this one is just killing me. Help please!
 
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(8x^2y^3-2y^4)dx+(5x^3y^2-8xy^3)dy=0
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I've already tried the most logical steps.
Did you get rid of the common factor of y^2 :$$\frac{dy}{dx}=\frac{2y^2-8x^2y}{5x^3-8xy}$$
... where does this come from?