The differential equation representing the family of circles touching ...
The equation of the family of the circles touching x-axis at the origin is
x2 + (y-a)2 = a2
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The differential equation representing the family of circles touching ...
The equation of the family of the circles touching x-axis at the origin is
x2 + (y-a)2 = a2
The differential equation representing the family of circles touching ...
Explanation:
Differential Equation:
A differential equation is an equation that relates a function with its derivatives. It represents the relationship between the function and its rate of change.
Family of Circles:
A family of circles is a collection of circles that share a common characteristic. In this case, the circles in the family touch the x-axis at the origin.
Linear and Nonlinear:
A differential equation is linear if it is linear in the dependent variable and its derivatives. A differential equation is nonlinear if it is not linear in the dependent variable and its derivatives.
First and Second Order:
The order of a differential equation is determined by the highest order derivative that appears in the equation. A first-order differential equation has only first derivatives, while a second-order differential equation has second derivatives.
Explanation:
The equation of a circle with radius r and center (a, b) can be written as:
(x - a)^2 + (y - b)^2 = r^2
Since the circles in the family touch the x-axis at the origin, the center of each circle will be (a, -r), where a is the x-coordinate of the center and r is the radius.
Substituting the values in the equation of a circle, we get:
(x - a)^2 + (y + r)^2 = r^2
Expanding and rearranging the equation, we get:
x^2 - 2ax + a^2 + y^2 + 2ry + r^2 - r^2 = 0
Simplifying further, we have:
x^2 - 2ax + a^2 + y^2 + 2ry = 0
This equation represents the family of circles touching the x-axis at the origin. It is a nonlinear equation because it contains the product of x and y terms. Additionally, it is a first-order equation because it contains only first derivatives.
Therefore, the correct answer is option 'c' - non-linear and of first order.