Find Real Valued Functions: g(x)^2=Int+(1990)

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In summary, all real valued continuously differentiable functions $g$ on the real line are of the form $g(x)=\pm \sqrt{1990}e^x$ and the only solutions to the given equation are $g(x)=\pm \sqrt{1990}e^x$ where $c=\pm \sqrt{1990}$.
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Find all real valued continuously differentiable functions $g$ on the real line such that for all $x$,

$\displaystyle (g(x))^2=\int_{0}^{x} [(g(t))^2+(g'(t))^2]\,dt+1990$
 
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Find all real valued continuously differentiable functions $g$ on the real line such that for all $x$,

$\displaystyle (g(x))^2=\int_{0}^{x} [(g(t))^2+(g'(t))^2]\,dt+1990$

$$\displaystyle (g(x))^2=\int_{0}^{x} [(g(t))^2+(g'(t))^2]\,dt+1990 \Rightarrow \left ((g(x))^2 \right )'=\left ( \int_{0}^{x} [(g(t))^2+(g'(t))^2]\,dt+1990 \right )' \Rightarrow \\ 2g(x)g'(x)=(g(x))^2+(g'(x))^2 \Rightarrow (g(x))^2-2g(x)g'(x)+(g'(x))^2=0 \Rightarrow \\ (g(x)-g'(x))^2=0 \Rightarrow g'(x)=g(x) \Rightarrow g(x)=ce^x$$

$\displaystyle (g(x))^2=\int_{0}^{x} [(g(t))^2+(g'(t))^2]\,dt+1990$

for $x=0$ we get:

$\displaystyle (g(0))^2=\int_{0}^{0} [(g(t))^2+(g'(t))^2]\,dt+1990=1990 \Rightarrow g(0)= \pm \sqrt{1990}$$\displaystyle{g(0)=ce^0 \Rightarrow c=\pm \sqrt{1990}}$

Therefore, $$g(x)=\pm \sqrt{1990}e^x$$
 
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Find all real valued continuously differentiable functions $g$ on the real line such that for all $x$,

$\displaystyle (g(x))^2=\int_{0}^{x} [(g(t))^2+(g'(t))^2]\,dt+1990$

[sp]Deriving both terms You obtain...

$\displaystyle 2\ g\ g^{\ '} = g^{2} + g^{\ '\ 2} \implies (g - g^{\ '})^{2} = 0 \implies g^{\ '} = g\ (1)$

... and (1) is an ODE the solution of which is $\displaystyle g(x)= c\ e^{x}$. But inserting that is the original equation You obtain the false identity $\displaystyle c^{2}\ e^{2 x} = c^{2}\ e^{2 x} + 1990$, so that it exists no g(x) satisfying the original equation...[/sp]

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$\chi$ $\sigma$
 
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chisigma said:
[sp]Deriving both terms You obtain...

$\displaystyle 2\ g\ g^{\ '} = g^{2} + g^{\ '\ 2} \implies (g - g^{\ '})^{2} = 0 \implies g^{\ '} = g\ (1)$

... and (1) is an ODE the solution of which is $\displaystyle g(x)= c\ e^{x}$. But inserting that is the original equation You obtain the false identity $\displaystyle c^{2}\ e^{2 x} = c^{2}\ e^{2 x} + 1990$, so that it exists no g(x) satisfying the original equation...[/sp]

Kind regards

$\chi$ $\sigma$

Inserting $g(x)= c\ e^{x}$ in the original equation we get:

$$\displaystyle (g(x))^2=\int_{0}^{x} [(g(t))^2+(g'(t))^2]\,dt+1990 \Rightarrow c^2 e^{2x}=\int_{0}^{x} [c^2e^{2t}+c^2e^{2t}]\,dt+1990 \\ \Rightarrow c^2 e^{2x}=\int_{0}^{x} [2c^2e^{2t}]\,dt+1990 \Rightarrow c^2 e^{2x}=c^2e^{2x}-c^2+1990 \Rightarrow c^2=1990 \Rightarrow c=\pm \sqrt{1990}$$

Therefore, it exists a $g(x)$ satisfying the original equaltion..
 
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There are infinitely many real valued continuously differentiable functions $g$ on the real line that satisfy the given equation. One possible approach to finding these functions is to use the fundamental theorem of calculus to rewrite the integral on the right side of the equation as the difference between two antiderivatives of the integrand. This will result in a differential equation that can be solved to find the desired functions. Alternatively, one can also use a substitution such as $u=g(x)$ to transform the equation into a separable differential equation, which can then be solved using standard methods. Ultimately, the solution set will depend on the initial conditions and any additional constraints given in the problem.
 

FAQ: Find Real Valued Functions: g(x)^2=Int+(1990)

What is the meaning of the equation g(x)^2 = Int+(1990)?

The equation g(x)^2 = Int+(1990) means that the square of the function g(x) is equal to the indefinite integral of the constant function 1990.

How do I solve for the real valued function g(x) in this equation?

To solve for the function g(x), you will need to use integration techniques to find the antiderivative of the constant function 1990. Once you have the antiderivative, you can take the square root to get g(x).

Can there be more than one real valued function that satisfies this equation?

Yes, there can be more than one real valued function that satisfies this equation. Since the indefinite integral of a constant function has a "plus C" term, there can be an infinite number of real valued functions that differ by a constant value.

What is the domain and range of the function g(x) in this equation?

The domain of the function g(x) is the set of all real numbers, since there are no restrictions given in the equation. The range of the function g(x) will depend on the value of the constant 1990 and the antiderivative that is found.

Are there any specific techniques or methods that can be used to solve this type of equation?

Yes, there are specific integration techniques that can be used to solve equations like g(x)^2 = Int+(1990). These techniques include using substitution, integration by parts, or trigonometric substitutions. It is also important to carefully consider any restrictions or boundary conditions that may affect the solution.

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