In order to solve the equation, we need to transform it into an exact differential equation. In order to do that, we need to find an integrating factor to multiply the equation by. We'll start with the equation itself. , so we get . We will require to satisfy . We get
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Further readingedit
Tenenbaum, Morris; Pollard, Harry (1963). "Recognizable Exact Differential Equations". Ordinary Differential Equations: An Elementary Textbook for Students of Mathematics, Engineering, and the Sciences. New York: Dover. pp. 80–91. ISBN 0-486-64940-7.
External linksedit
A solution for an inexact differential equation from Stack Exchange
a guide for non-partial inexact differential equations at SOS math