Differential Equations
Order and Degree
IIT-JEE 1996
Grade 12

Question:

The order and degree of the differential equation $\left(1 + \left(\frac{dy}{dx}\right)^2\right)^{3/2} = k \frac{d^2y}{dx^2}$ are respectively:
(1) $2, 2$
(2) $1, 2$
(3) $2, 1$
(4) $1, 1$

Step-by-Step Solution

Key Concept: First clear the fractional power by squaring both sides, and only then identify the highest-order derivative present and the power to which it occurs.
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Correct Answer: (1)

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