Solve Diff. Eq. for g(x) w.r.t f(x) & c

In summary: I assume that this is the best we can get. If $f$ is a polynomial (of degree $n$) then $g$ will be of degree $n+1$ and you can determine $C$ by comparing coefficients.In summary, we can use a Taylor expansion and the boundedness of $f''$ to find a range of values for $g(x)$ in terms of $f(x)$ and a constant $c$.
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In the following equation:
$$g'(x) = f'\left( x + \frac{c f'(x)}{\sqrt{ 1 + f'(x)^2 }} \right)$$
find $g(x)$ with respect to $f(x)$ where $c$ is any constant.
 
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wheepep said:
In the following equation:
find g(x) with respect to f(x) where c is any constant.
The link is broken. Can you type it out?

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wheepep said:
In the following equation:
$$g'(x) = f'\left( x + \frac{c f'(x)}{\sqrt{ 1 + f'(x)^2 }} \right)$$
find $g(x)$ with respect to $f(x)$ where $c$ is any constant.

Hi wheepep! Welcome to MHB! ;)

I'm not sure where we want to go with this, but I can give a couple of observations.

We can observe that:
$$|f'(x)| < \sqrt{1+f'(x)^2}$$
and therefore:
$$-|c| < \frac{c f'(x)}{\sqrt{ 1 + f'(x)^2 }} <| c|$$From a Taylor expansion we get:
$$g'(x) = f'\left( x + \frac{c f'(x)}{\sqrt{ 1 + f'(x)^2 }} \right) = f'(x)+ \frac{c f'(x)}{\sqrt{ 1 + f'(x)^2 }}f''(x+\theta c)$$
where $0\le \theta < 1$.If we assume that $f''$ is bounded, then we get:
$$|g'(x) - f'(x)| < |cf''(x+\theta c)| \le |c|M$$
for some upper bound $M$.
And therefore:
$$ -|c|Mx + C < g(x) - f(x) < |c|Mx + C \quad\Rightarrow\quad f(x) - |c|Mx + C < g(x) < f(x) + |c|Mx + C$$
where $C$ is an integration constant.
 

FAQ: Solve Diff. Eq. for g(x) w.r.t f(x) & c

What is a differential equation?

A differential equation is a mathematical equation that relates an unknown function to its derivatives. It is commonly used to describe physical systems and their behavior over time.

What is the process of solving a differential equation?

The process of solving a differential equation involves finding the function that satisfies the equation. This is typically done by using methods such as separation of variables, integrating factors, or by transforming the equation into a more manageable form.

What is the role of g(x) in a differential equation?

g(x) represents the dependent variable in a differential equation. It is the function that we are trying to solve for in relation to the independent variable, f(x), and any other constants, c.

What is the significance of solving a differential equation with respect to f(x) and c?

Solving a differential equation with respect to f(x) and c allows us to find a general solution that includes all possible values of the constants. This is important because it gives us a complete understanding of the behavior of the system being described.

Why is it necessary to solve differential equations in science?

Differential equations are necessary in science because they allow us to model and understand complex physical phenomena, such as the motion of objects, the growth of populations, and the behavior of electrical circuits. By solving differential equations, we can make predictions and analyze the behavior of these systems.

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