Solve Differential Equation: du/dt = e^(2u-16t) with Initial Condition u(0) = 0

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In summary, the conversation discusses a differential equation involving the variable u and time t. The equation involves an initial condition and a hint is given to solve for the constant of integration. The second question involves a tank containing pure water and a solution with sugar being mixed into it. The differential equation for the amount of sugar in the tank is requested.
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another question...

Solve the seperable differential equation for u
du/dt = e^(2u-16t)
Use the following initial condition: u(0) = 0

HINT: To determine the constant of integration after you integrated both sides, DO NOT take natural logs, but rather just set u = 0 and t = 0 with u and t both still in the exponents. After determining the constant, then you need to take logs on both sides to solve for u.

here is what I did
du/dt = e^(2u)/e^(16t)
du/e^(2u) = dt/e^(16t)
ln(e^(2u))/2 = ln(e^(16t))/2+C
if u(0)=0... everything will be zero, including C

I know I am missing the hint
can someone point it out to me?! please...

one more last question
(2 pts) A tank contains 2300 liters of pure water. Beginning at time 0, solution containing 0.02 kg of sugar per liter enters the tank at a rate of 7 L/min. The solution is mixed and the mixed solution drains out of the tank at the same rate. Let y(t) be the amount of sugar (in kg) in the tank.
(a) Give the differential equation for y'(t) (in terms of the variable y)
all I know is that y=0.02*t
all i don't know how to y'(t) interms of y... enlighten me...
 
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du/e^(2u) = dt/e^(16t)
ln(e^(2u))/2 = ln(e^(16t))/2+C
This is not right. It's true that:

[tex]\int \frac{du}{u} = ln(u)[/tex]

but it's not true that:

[tex]\int \frac{du}{e^u} = ln(e^u)[/tex]

or anything like it.
 
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gentlemens

I got the 1st question
but I need help on the second one
the tank one

please help
i got 1 hour to go... please THANKs in advance
 
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There was a mixing question on PF earlier in the week...
 

FAQ: Solve Differential Equation: du/dt = e^(2u-16t) with Initial Condition u(0) = 0

What is a differential equation?

A differential equation is a mathematical equation that relates a function to its derivatives. It is used to model many natural phenomena in science and engineering.

What is the initial condition in a differential equation?

The initial condition is the value of the function at a specific point, usually denoted as t=0. It is used to determine the unique solution to the differential equation.

What does du/dt mean in the given differential equation?

The notation du/dt represents the derivative of the function u with respect to time, t. In other words, it represents the rate of change of u over time.

How do you solve a differential equation?

To solve a differential equation, you need to find an expression for the function that satisfies the equation. This can be done through various methods, such as separation of variables, substitution, or using an integrating factor.

What is the solution to the given differential equation with the initial condition?

The solution to the given differential equation is u(t) = 8t + 8ln(2) - 4ln(2+4e^(-16t)). This can be found by separating variables, integrating, and plugging in the initial condition to solve for the constant of integration.

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