Question:

The degree of the differential equation \(y' + y = \frac{5}{y'}\) is

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Degree is the highest power of the highest order derivative after removing fractions and radicals involving derivatives.
  • \(1\)
  • \(2\)
  • \(3\)
  • \(4\)
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The Correct Option is B

Solution and Explanation

We are given the differential equation: \[ y'+y=\frac{5}{y'}. \] Here, \[ y'=\frac{dy}{dx}. \] To find the degree of a differential equation, the equation must be free from fractions involving derivatives. So multiply both sides by \(y'\): \[ y'(y'+y)=5. \] Now expand: \[ (y')^2+yy'=5. \] Bring all terms to one side: \[ (y')^2+yy'-5=0. \] Now the equation is a polynomial in the derivative \(y'\). The highest power of the highest order derivative is: \[ 2. \] Since the highest order derivative is \(y'\), and its highest power is \(2\), the degree of the differential equation is: \[ 2. \] Hence, the degree is \[ 2. \]
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