Differential Equation (Bernoulli?)

In summary, the conversation discusses solving the differential equation √(y)*(3*y'+y)=x using Bernoulli's equation. The process involves rewriting the equation in Bernoulli's form, finding the value of ρ, and integrating the equation using integration by parts. The final answer is y3/2=Ce-x/2+x-2. The conversation concludes with a question about verifying the solution.
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Homework Statement



Solve the differential equation:
√(y)*(3*y'+y)=x

Homework Equations



Bernoulli equations:
dy/dx+P(x)y=Q(x)yn
dv/dx+(1-n)P(x)v=(1-n)Q(x)

Integration by Parts:
∫u*dv = u*v - ∫v*du

The Attempt at a Solution



Since it's not separable, failed the homogeneous test, and failed the exact method test, I tried putting it into Bernoulli's format, and it seems to fit.

I rewrite the equation in Bernoulli's equation form:
dy/dx+(1/3)y=(x/3)y-1/2 where n=-1/2, P(x)=1/3, Q(x)=x/3

Therefore, using Bernoulli's equation dv/dx+(1-n)P(x)v=(1-n)Q(x)
I substitute the values in and simplify to get:
dv/dx+v/2=x/2; now P(x)=1/2 and Q(x)=x/2

Find rho:
ρ=e∫P(x)dx = e∫1/2dx = ex/2

Multiply equation by rho:
ex/2dv/dx+ex/2v/2=ex/2x/2

Recognize derivative and check:
Dx = [vex/2]=ex/2x/2
Deriving that gets me back to my equation ex/2dv/dx+ex/2v/2=ex/2x/2

Integrate equation:
ex/2v=∫(ex/2x/2)dx+C

Integration of ∫(ex/2x/2)dx using integration by parts:
∫u*dv = u*v - ∫v*du where u = x/2 and dv = ex/2
u = x/2, du = 1/2dx; v = 2*ex/2, dv = ex/2dx
(x/2)*2*ex/2 - ∫2*(1/2)*ex/2dx
x*ex/2-∫ex/2dx
x*ex/2-2*ex/2
ex/2(x-2)

Total integration:
ex/2v=ex/2(x-2)

Simplify for final answer:
y3/2=Ce-x/2+x-2Does everything I did look correct?
Much appreciated.
 
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You can always check if the y verifies the ODE.
 

Related to Differential Equation (Bernoulli?)

What is a differential equation?

A differential equation is a mathematical equation that relates an unknown function to its derivatives. It describes the relationship between the rate of change of a variable and the variable itself.

What is the Bernoulli differential equation?

The Bernoulli differential equation is a type of nonlinear first-order ordinary differential equation that can be written in the form dy/dx + P(x)y = Q(x)y^n, where n is a constant. It is named after the Swiss mathematician Jacob Bernoulli, who first studied these equations.

What are the applications of Bernoulli differential equations?

Bernoulli differential equations have many applications in physics, engineering, and economics. They are commonly used to model population growth, chemical reactions, and electrical circuits, among other things.

How do you solve a Bernoulli differential equation?

One method for solving Bernoulli differential equations is by using the Bernoulli substitution, which transforms the equation into a linear one. Other techniques include separation of variables, exact equations, and integrating factors.

What are the limitations of Bernoulli differential equations?

Bernoulli differential equations can only be applied to problems that can be modeled using first-order nonlinear equations. In addition, not all Bernoulli equations can be solved analytically, and numerical methods may be needed to find approximate solutions.

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