Confused on what u do next with an exact equation, Diff EQ

In summary, the conversation is about working with exact equations and using the "mixed partials" check to determine if a differential equation is exact. The problem provided is to find a function F(x,y) whose level curves are solutions to the given differential equation. The participant submitted an incorrect answer and was reminded to integrate instead of differentiate. After realizing the mistake, the correct answer was obtained.
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Hello everyone. We just started working with exact equations and I'm confused on what I do next! here is the problem:
Use the "mixed partials" check to see if the following differential equation is exact.
If it is exact find a function F(x,y) whose level curves are solutions to the differential equation
http://cwcsrv11.cwc.psu.edu/webwork2_files/tmp/equations/71/5a4f0007c2fd2947228eee9825b55d1.png
http://cwcsrv11.cwc.psu.edu/webwork2_files/tmp/equations/8d/8616ca1dd6ce230911485b98a57fa31.png

Here is my work, I submitted:
2*y^2+2*x^2-4 which was wrong.

WOrk:
http://img206.imageshack.us/img206/6632/lastscan3tp.jpg

Thanks!
 
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your int of 2xy^2 + 4y is incorrect
 
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And what, again, is [itex]\int (2xy^2+ 4y)dx[/itex]?

Did you forget that you were integrating, not differentiating?
 
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Thanks everyone! yeah I don't know what i was thinking! I got:
http://cwcsrv11.cwc.psu.edu/webwork2_files/tmp/equations/8d/8616ca1dd6ce230911485b98a57fa31.png http://cwcsrv11.cwc.psu.edu/webwork2_files/tmp/equations/8b/ad397009ac98a90c5581831292c16e1.png
Which is right! weee!
 
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Related to Confused on what u do next with an exact equation, Diff EQ

1. What is a differential equation (Diff EQ)?

A differential equation is a mathematical equation that relates a function to its derivatives, representing the rate of change of the function over time or space. It is used to model various physical phenomena and is an important tool in many fields of science and engineering.

2. How do you solve a differential equation?

Solving a differential equation involves finding a function that satisfies the equation. This can be done analytically or numerically. Analytical methods involve finding an exact solution using mathematical techniques, while numerical methods involve approximating the solution using computers.

3. What is the difference between an exact equation and an inexact equation?

An exact equation is one in which the coefficients of the derivatives are exact differentials of some functions. This means that the equation can be solved by integration. In contrast, an inexact equation does not have exact differentials and requires additional techniques for solving.

4. How do you determine the order of a differential equation?

The order of a differential equation is determined by the highest-order derivative present in the equation. For example, if the equation contains only first derivatives, it is a first-order differential equation. If it contains second derivatives, it is a second-order differential equation, and so on.

5. What are some real-world applications of differential equations?

Differential equations are used to model many real-world phenomena, such as population growth, heat transfer, fluid dynamics, and electrical circuits. They are also widely used in physics, chemistry, biology, economics, and other fields to describe and predict various natural processes and systems.

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