The characteristic curves are given by $x = t$, $y = 2t$. Let $u(x,y) = f(x-2y)$. Then, $u_x = f'(x-2y)$ and $u_y = -2f'(x-2y)$. Substituting into the PDE, we get $f'(x-2y) - 4f'(x-2y) = 0$, which implies $f'(x-2y) = 0$. Therefore, $f(x-2y) = c$, and the general solution is $u(x,y) = c$.
Solve the equation $u_t = c^2u_{xx}$.
Solve the equation $u_x + 2u_y = 0$.
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