Differential Equations without numbers

In summary, the conversation discusses a problem involving solving a differential equation and finding the value of B(0). The individual explains their attempt at solving the problem and asks for help with the next part. They eventually figure out their mistake and thank the other person for their help.
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Homework Statement


Here is the whole problem.
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Homework Equations


Not sure


The Attempt at a Solution


As you can see I got the first part. I solved the equation at part a.) for A(c) and plugged it into the D.E. and then solved for B(c). I need help on how to do the next part. How do I get B(0)?
 
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  • #2
B(0)=A(0)-L, right?
 
  • #3
I feel really dumb haha. Thank you, I was thinking they were looking for a number.
 
  • #4
Now I'm having trouble with part b.

I'm solving dB/dc = -kB by doing it as a separable equation and getting B=sqrt(-2ck+2p) where p is the constant of integration. Then using the IVP of B to find P and plugging it back into the equation I got. Once I solve for B I put it in the equation at part a. and solving for A.
 
  • #5
The square root is clearly NOT a solution. If [itex]B= \sqrt{2p- n2ck}= (2p- 2ck)^{1/2}[/itex] then [itex]dB/dc= (1/2)(-2k)(2p- 2ck)^{-1/2}= -k/B[/itex], not "-kB". Do the integration again.
 
  • #6
And showing what you are integrating would be helpful as well.
 
  • #7
I was integrating B dB when I should have been integrating 1/B dB

I got it, Thank you!
 

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