Differential Equations
Order and Degree
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Grade 12

Question:

The order and degree of the differential equation $\left(\frac{d^2y}{dx^2}\right)^{2/3} = \left(x + \frac{dy}{dx}\right)^{1/2}$ are:
(1) order 2, degree 4
(2) order 2, degree 3
(3) order 1, degree 4
(4) order 2, degree 6

Step-by-Step Solution

Key Concept: Before reading off the order and degree, raise both sides to a suitable power so that every derivative appears with an integer exponent and the equation becomes a polynomial in the derivatives.
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Correct Answer: (1)

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