Differential Classification Independent Dependent Order Degree
Equation Variable/s y′ + P(x)y = Q(x) Ordinary x or y x or y First order 1st degree dy2 Ordinary x y Second order 1st degree dx2 + k2y = 0 dy Ordinary x y First order 1st degree dx = 1 − xy + y2 (d3w/dx3)2− 2 Partial x w and y Third order 2nd degree (dy/dx)4+ yw = 0