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To solve the differential equation provided using a series solution, let’s start with the general approach. The equation is:

\[
x(1 - x) \frac{d^2 y}{dx^2} + (1 + 3x) \frac{dy}{dx} - y = 0.
\]

To obtain a series solution around \( x = 0 \), assume a power series solution of the form:
\[
y(x) = \sum_{n=0}^{\infty} a_n x^n,
\]
where \( a_n \) are constants to be determined.

### Step 1: Compute Derivatives of \( y(x) \)
To substitute into the differential equation, we need the first and second derivatives of \( y(x) \):
1. **First derivative**:
   \[
   \frac{dy}{dx} = \sum_{n=1}^{\infty} n a_n x^{n-1}.
   \]
2. **Second derivative**:
   \[
   \frac{d^2 y}{dx^2} = \sum_{n=2}^{\infty} n(n-1) a_n x^{n-2}.
   \]

### Step 2: Substitute into the Differential Equation
Now, substitute \( y(x) \), \( \frac{dy}{dx} \), and \( \frac{d^2 y}{dx^2} \) back into the differential equation and simplify the expressions.

#### Expand Each Term Separately
1. **Term** \( x(1 - x) \frac{d^2 y}{dx^2} \):
   Substitute \( \frac{d^2 y}{dx^2} = \sum_{n=2}^{\infty} n(n-1) a_n x^{n-2} \):
   \[
   x(1 - x) \frac{d^2 y}{dx^2} = x(1 - x) \sum_{n=2}^{\infty} n(n-1) a_n x^{n-2}.
   \]
   Expand this to get terms in powers of \( x \).

2. **Term** \( (1 + 3x) \frac{dy}{dx} \):
   Substitute \( \frac{dy}{dx} = \sum_{n=1}^{\infty} n a_n x^{n-1} \):
   \[
   (1 + 3x) \frac{dy}{dx} = (1 + 3x) \sum_{n=1}^{\infty} n a_n x^{n-1}.
   \]
   Again, expand this term in powers of \( x \).

3. **Term** \( -y \):
   \[
   -y = -\sum_{n=0}^{\infty} a_n x^n.
   \]

### Step 3: Combine Terms and Equate Powers of \( x \)
Combine all terms into a single power series, and then set the coefficient of each power of \( x \) to zero. This will yield a recurrence relation for the coefficients \( a_n \).

### Step 4: Solve the Recurrence Relation
Using the recurrence relation, find values for \( a_n \), starting from initial conditions (typically \( a_0 \) and \( a_1 \) are chosen as constants or given by initial conditions).

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### Related Questions
1. How does the Frobenius method differ from a regular power series approach in solving differential equations?
2. What are some common forms of recurrence relations in power series solutions of differential equations?
3. How can we determine the radius of convergence for the series solution obtained?
4. In what scenarios is it advantageous to use a series solution for a differential equation?
5. How can one verify the accuracy of a series solution for a differential equation?

### Tip
When working with series solutions, carefully organizing terms by powers of \( x \) helps ensure that you derive the correct recurrence relations for the coefficients.

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Learn how to solve the differential equation x(1 - x) d^2y/dx^2 + (1 + 3x) dy/dx - y = 0 using a series solution. This step-by-step solution covers key concepts, including power series expansion and deriving recurrence relations. Suitable for undergraduate students studying calculus or differential equations.

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